Planning a construction project in St Helens? It’s important to know your responsibilities under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
At Bailey & Johnston, we help clients across St Helens handle their Party Wall duties with clarity, efficiency, and legal accuracy, minimising the risk of disputes and delays.
Complete Party Wall Services Across St Helens
We offer a full suite of Party Wall services designed to protect both building owners and their neighbours throughout the building process. Our services include:
- Drafting and serving legally valid Party Wall Notices
- Acting as Party Wall Surveyors for either party, or as the Agreed Surveyor
- Compiling detailed Schedules of Condition to record a property's state before work begins
- Preparing and issuing Party Wall Awards
- Providing site inspections and post-construction assessments for damage
With extensive experience in both older terraced properties and newer homes across St Helens, our advice is tailored, practical, and grounded in local understanding.
Starting Building Work Near a Shared Wall or Boundary?
If your project in St Helens involves any of the following, you may be legally required to serve a Party Wall Notice:
- Constructing an extension near or on the boundary line
- Removing chimney breasts or making structural changes to a shared wall
- Excavating foundations close to a neighbouring building
- Altering or demolishing boundary structures or garden walls
We take care of the paperwork and communication, ensuring everything is served correctly and on time—keeping your build legally compliant.
Received a Party Wall Notice in St Helens?
If a neighbour has notified you of nearby works, you have rights under the Party Wall etc. Act. These include:
- Appointing your own Party Wall Surveyor (at no cost to you in most cases)
- Requesting a Schedule of Condition to protect your property
- Raising concerns about the proposed work
- Being safeguarded against potential damage
We act on behalf of Adjoining Owners throughout St Helens to ensure your property interests are fully protected, and your voice is part of the process.
Understanding the Party Wall etc. Act 1996
This legislation outlines the procedures that must be followed when work affects shared or nearby structures. It’s designed to help neighbours communicate clearly, protect property, and prevent disputes.
In a town like St Helens, where property types vary from period homes to suburban semis, the Act plays a key role in ensuring renovations and developments are handled fairly and transparently.
Contact Us
Whether you're planning a project or responding to a Party Wall Notice, our experienced surveyors are here to help you navigate the legal requirements with confidence.
- Email: admin@baileyjohnston.co.uk
- Phone: 07703 355437
