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Party Wall Surveyors — Gillingham, Kent

Party Wall Surveyors Gillingham

Dense residential streets throughout Gillingham mean shared party walls are extremely common, particularly in the Edwardian and inter-war housing stock.

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Party Wall Surveyors in Gillingham

PWS SouthEast provides expert party wall surveying services throughout Gillingham, Kent. Whether you are planning a home extension, loft conversion, basement project or any works affecting a shared boundary or party wall, our surveyors ensure full compliance with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.

Dense residential streets throughout Gillingham mean shared party walls are extremely common, particularly in the Edwardian and inter-war housing stock. Getting party wall notices right from the start is essential. Incorrect or missing notices allow your neighbour to legally halt construction, causing costly delays and potential legal action.

Do You Need a Party Wall Notice in Gillingham?

Loft conversions and rear extensions to semi-detached houses are among the most frequent party wall triggers in Gillingham. If you are planning any of the following works in Gillingham, you are very likely to require one or more party wall notices:

  • Rear, side or loft extensions involving or adjacent to a shared party wall
  • Inserting beams, steelwork or RSJs into a party wall
  • Basement conversions, underpinning or deep excavations near neighbouring foundations
  • Building a new wall on or close to the boundary in Gillingham
  • Roofing works affecting a shared chimney or party wall
  • Excavating foundations within 3 metres of a neighbour's structure
  • Excavating foundations within 6 metres where they would cut a line drawn downward at 45° from the bottom of a neighbour's foundations

Our Party Wall Services in Gillingham

📋 Party Wall Notices

Sections 1, 3 and 6 notices professionally drafted and served including full Land Registry searches and cover letters for Gillingham projects.

⚖ Party Wall Awards

Full Party Wall Awards prepared where disputes arise or consent is withheld — acting as Agreed Surveyor or representing your interests in Gillingham.

📷 Condition Reports

Detailed photographic schedules of condition for neighbouring properties in Gillingham before works begin, protecting both parties from unfounded damage claims.

🏠 Adjoining Owner Advice

Received a party wall notice in Gillingham? We protect your interests and review the proposed works. Your reasonable costs are normally met by the building owner.

The Three Types of Party Wall Notice in Gillingham

The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 provides for three distinct types of notice, each covering different works:

  • Section 1 Notice (Line of Junction) — Required when you intend to build a new wall on or astride the boundary line in Gillingham. Requires 1 month's notice.
  • Section 3 Notice (Party Structure) — Required for works to an existing party wall or party fence wall, such as inserting beams, raising or cutting into the wall. Requires 2 months' notice.
  • Section 6 Notice (Adjacent Excavation) — Required when excavating within 3 metres of a neighbouring building where the excavation will go deeper than the neighbour's foundations, or within 6 metres under certain conditions. Requires 1 month's notice.

FAQs — Party Wall Surveyors Gillingham

Do I need a Party Wall Notice for a rear extension in Gillingham?
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In most cases, yes. If your rear extension involves building on or near a shared wall, inserting beams or excavating foundations within 3 metres of a neighbouring structure in Gillingham, one or more notices will be required under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Contact PWS SouthEast for a free review of your plans.
My Gillingham neighbour has served a Party Wall Notice on me — what should I do?
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You have 14 days to respond. You can consent in writing, or dissent, which triggers the appointment of a surveyor and the preparation of a Party Wall Award. PWS SouthEast can act as your appointed surveyor in Gillingham. Your reasonable costs are normally met by the building owner who is carrying out the works.
How long does the Party Wall process take in Gillingham?
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Section 1 and Section 6 Notices require 1 month's notice; Section 3 Notices require 2 months. If a Party Wall Award is required, allow a further 4 to 8 weeks. PWS SouthEast prepares and serves notices for Gillingham projects promptly so you can start on time.
How much does a Party Wall Notice cost in Gillingham?
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PWS SouthEast operates on a fixed fee basis for Gillingham projects, covering all notices required for up to 2 adjoining owners, Land Registry searches and cover letters. Contact us for your confirmed fixed fee with no hidden charges.

Nearby Areas We Cover

In addition to Gillingham, PWS SouthEast covers these nearby areas across Kent:

Chatham Rochester Rainham Sittingbourne Lordswood

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⏱ Notice Timescales

Section 1 — 1 month notice
Section 3 — 2 months notice
Section 6 — 1 month notice

Notices must expire before works start in Gillingham.

Why Choose PWS SouthEast?

  • ✓Party Wall Act 1996 specialists
  • ✓Fixed transparent fee structure
  • ✓Notices prepared within days
  • ✓Land Registry searches included
  • ✓Covering all of Kent
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