Surveyor
Proximity
Altrincham
3 Barrington Road, Altrincham, WA14 1GY, Altrincham
We move beyond 'neighbourly matters' to focus on Proximity Risk®. Our specialist Chartered Surveyors help ambitious developers navigate party walls, rights of light, and construction access with straight-talking, commercially intelligent advice that protects your project's viability.
We believe that for any commercial property developer, risk management isn't just a box-ticking exercise—it’s the heartbeat of a successful project. While others talk about "Neighbourly Matters," we focus on Proximity Risk®.
Often, it is the properties outside your red line boundary that determine the shape, form, and ultimate viability of your development. We are a team of specialist Chartered Surveyors who partner with you to identify these risks early, ensuring that issues like party walls or rights of light don't become expensive fire-fighting exercises later on.
Why Developers Choose Proximity
We asked our clients what they value most about us. They didn't mention complex jargon or technical spreadsheets. They told us they want us to "get in early, make the complex simple, and cut to the chase."
We pride ourselves on being:
- Straight and Clever: We speak your language, not just surveyor-speak.
- Commercially Intelligent: We understand the financial and construction context of your development.
- Cool-Headed & Courageous: We take responsibility for our advice and help you make confident, informed decisions.
Led by Experience: Mike Scanlan & Tom Kibblewhite
Our firm is driven by directors who are "time-served" and deeply embedded in the construction industry.
- Mike Scanlan (Director): A specialist in all aspects of Proximity Risk®. Mike is known for his commercial intelligence and practical approach. He understands the needs of funds and project managers, providing credible numbers for your Development Appraisal from the very start.
- Tom Kibblewhite (Director): With a sharp appetite for detail and a background in construction expertise, Tom is our lead negotiator for access licences and a trusted peer reviewer for rights of light reports. He translates complex construction methodology into workable, real-world solutions.
Our Proximity Risk® Framework
We provide a full consultancy service from RIBA Work Stage 0 (Strategic Definition) all the way through to Work Stage 6 (Handover). By getting us involved at the site acquisition or bid stage, you ensure that programme delays, cost increases, and legal nuisances are mitigated before they can threaten your project.
| Feature | Our Approach |
|---|---|
| Specialism | Party Walls, Rights of Light, Solar Glare, and Access |
| Focus | Risk mitigation and project viability |
| Sector | Ambitious commercial and residential development |
| Philosophy | "No nerds"—just clear, actionable advice |
"The risk is the why we do what we do. We position it front and centre, which promotes targeted focus and objectivity in our approach."
Whether you are dealing with over-sailing issues, daylight/sunlight amenity impacts, or complex construction access requirements, we are here to ensure you put your best foot forward.
Services
- Party Wall Surveying
- Rights Of Light Consulting
- Daylight And Sunlight Amenity Impact Assessments
- Solar Glare Analysis
- Construction Access Licences
- Over-sailing Agreements
- Construction Nuisance Management
- Proximity Risk Management
- Development Appraisal Advice
- Site Acquisition Consultancy
Coverage areas
Operating across 1 town in the UK
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