One impartial surveyor.Both parties protected.
Where both owners consent, a single Agreed Surveyor can act for both sides — faster, more cost-effective, and an excellent option when relations are amicable.
An informed, personal approach.
An Agreed Surveyor is a single, independent professional appointed by both the building and adjoining owners to administer the Act. The role is impartial: the surveyor’s duty is to the Act itself, not to either party.
Alan is regularly appointed in this capacity because of his measured, transparent approach. The result is typically a faster Award, lower combined fees and a more constructive process for everyone involved.
Every appointment includes:
Impartial administration
Statutory duties carried out neutrally, with both parties kept fully informed.
Single, transparent fee
One reasonable fee shared by the parties — typically far less than two separate appointments.
Faster Award
No inter-surveyor negotiation means Awards are routinely agreed in a fraction of the time.
Constructive process
Preserves goodwill between neighbours, which matters long after the build is finished.
A clear, considered process.
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Joint instruction
Both owners confirm in writing that they appoint Alan as Agreed Surveyor.
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Site inspection
Schedule of Condition is recorded, and the proposed works reviewed in detail.
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Award issued
A single, balanced Award is prepared, signed and served on both parties.
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Works monitored
Alan remains available as the single point of contact for both owners.
Questions, answered honestly.
Is an Agreed Surveyor really impartial?+
Yes — under the Act, the surveyor’s duty is to the statute, not to either appointing party. The role is quasi-judicial.
When is this route appropriate?+
When both owners are willing to share a single appointment. It is particularly common where relations are good and the works are straightforward.
Can either party change their mind later?+
Either party can later request their own surveyor if disputes arise — though in practice this is rare with a well-administered appointment.
How much cheaper is it?+
Typically the combined cost is significantly less than two separate appointments — exact figures depend on complexity.
Send your plans. Alan will personally review your project.
A straightforward conversation, an honest quote, and a clear path forward.