COLCHESTER
THE PARTY WALL PEOPLE
We implement the Party Wall Etc. Act 1996 in Colchester and the surrounding areas.
We prepare and serve party wall notices for you, we also undertake schedules of condition and as required,
produce and serve party wall awards (sometimes called party wall agreements).
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​We hold membership with the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors (FPWS) and the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)
We have both Public Liability and Professional Indemnity Insurances.
​The Party Wall People are based in Chelmsford, Essex and travel across the southeast of England.
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If you have any questions about the party wall act, please feel free to contact us for a free, no obligation chat.
DO YOU NEED HELP?
Many building projects in Colchester involve The Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
Does yours?
If you are not sure, first ask does your proposed building works fall into the following categories where the act is applicable:
Building on or at the Boundary
If you plan to build on or next to the boundary between your property and your neighbour’s property.
Excavation Near a Neighbour's Property
If you intend to excavate within specified distances of your neighbour’s building or structure.
Work on a Party Wall
If you plan to work on an existing party wall (shared wall between two properties), such as cutting into it, raising it, or inserting a damp-proof course.
If any of the above situations apply, it's advisable to seek professional advice.
TPWP work in Colchester often and can serve notices and follow the procedures outlined in the Act. Contact us now
COLCHESTER: A SURVEYOR'S VIEW
As Britain’s first city, Colchester’s ground is quite literally layered with history. For any project in the town centre, there is a high probability of encountering archaeological remains. From a surveyor’s perspective, this means that foundation designs are often dictated by what lies beneath, sometimes leading to "piled" foundations that minimize ground disturbance. The vernacular ranges from Roman-influenced flint and rubble walls to sleek, modern apartment blocks near the Hythe.
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The local geology consists of the London Clay overlaid by "Cover Silt" and River Terrace Deposits. The sandy, gravelly nature of the soil in parts of Colchester means that excavations can be prone to "slumping" if not properly supported. We work to ensure that any party wall award in Colchester includes strict requirements for "trench-shoring," protecting the Adjoining Owner’s land from collapsing into the new excavation during the construction phase.
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Please contact us for assistance with any party wall matters.
