Richard Hourican
Company Director • Chartered Surveyor • Party Wall specialist for London projects
Richard Hourican is the Company Director at Hourican Associates, a Chartered Building Consultancy specialising in Party Wall matters across London. With over 25 years’ experience as a Chartered Surveyor, Richard supports clients through the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 process with a clear, practical approach that prioritises compliance, programme certainty, and neighbourly outcomes.
Credentials & professional memberships
Richard’s qualifications and memberships reflect a career built around technical building knowledge, professional standards, and specialist Party Wall practice:
- BSc (Hons) – Bachelor of Science with Honours, reflecting advanced academic study in the built environment.
- HND Build – Higher National Diploma in Building, a practical, construction-focused qualification.
- OND Build – Ordinary National Diploma in Building, establishing a strong technical foundation in construction.
- MCIOB – Member of the Chartered Institute of Building, demonstrating competence in construction management and professional conduct.
- C.Build E MCABE – Chartered Building Engineer and Member of the Chartered Association of Building Engineers, supporting professional building consultancy practice.
- ARICS – Associate of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, aligned with recognised surveying standards and ethics.
- MFPWS – Member/Fellow-grade membership of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, evidencing specialist focus in Party Wall work.
- MPTS – Member of The Pyramus & Thisbe Club, a respected specialist forum dedicated to Party Wall practice.
Note: Membership designations can change over time; the above reflects Richard’s stated credentials and professional affiliations.
Experience that fits complex London builds
Richard’s background includes major development projects and formal project management experience, which means he’s comfortable working alongside architects, engineers, contractors, and client teams on demanding programmes. Whether the works involve a rear extension, loft conversion, basement excavation, or structural alterations to a party structure, Richard focuses on robust procedure and clear documentation to reduce risk and prevent disputes escalating.
How Richard helps clients
- Strategic Party Wall guidance aligned with design, sequencing, and buildability.
- Dispute prevention through clarity of notices, early engagement, and thorough records.
- Practical solutions that balance Building Owner needs with Adjoining Owner protections.
- Quality control mindset influenced by decades of surveying and project delivery.
A calm, professional approach
Richard is known for being measured and straightforward. Clients appreciate a process that feels organised, predictable, and responsive—especially where neighbours are understandably cautious about noise, dust, movement risk, or access arrangements.
Outside the office
When Richard isn’t working on projects, he’s a committed rugby fan—an interest that mirrors his professional style: disciplined, team-focused, and resilient under pressure.
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I am very happy with the service this company provided. Both quick and friendly made the whole process of dealing with the Party Wall Agreement easy. Many thanks Dave
Friendly and efficient service.We would use this company again.
Very good experience, good communication and smooth process. Quick too.
It has been a delight working with Richard. I had 5 party walls to sort involving a neighbour either side and owners of the flat above me. From start to finish it took approximately 3 weeks and was carried out and completed very efficiently. His response time was excellent and I would not hesitate to recommend his services. Jamie
Thank you Richard for your services. It was great to work with you. The process was very efficient and helpful at all stages.
Excellent work for Party Wall agreement - Richard was very helpful and efficient. Would throughly recommend.
Richard was absolutely brilliant in getting my party wall agreements for a complex loft extension across the line, throughout lockdown too, when getting access was challenging. He was very helpful when I then had to revert after a new obstacle arose, which needed his advice and a subsequent/additional award at short notice. Very much recommend - thanks Rich!
We engaged Richard Hourican for some party wall work and his response-time, ongoing communication, pricing and service were all excellent. He also went further and sorted us out with an engineer, who was also excellent. Highly recommended.
Richard was very efficient, fuss-free, and well organised. A pleasure to work with.
I engaged Hourican & Associates for a Party Wall Agreement with 2 adjoining neighbours who are both tenants. Richard was very responsive from first contact and remained so throughout the consultation and when the Awards were issued. Very professional at all times and answered any questions in a timely manner. Our neighbours, both tenants and landlords didn't have any complaints either. I have recommended Hourican to some friends who may need similar services in the near future and wouldn't hesitate to use them again if needed.
Great Service, even with the impediment of a 2020 lockdown. Great communication
Richard Hourican dealt with my party wall notices on both sides for an extension and loft conversion. Very efficient and knowledgeable. He got it all dealt with very quickly. Would definitely recommend!