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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If you are looking for someone to go the extra mile look no further than Richard Hourican. I cannot thank him enough for the excellent job he did in securing my Party Wall Awards. There were numerous flats either side of my property. A total of 11 altogether. Some responded, some didn't but Richard didn't give up. He made what could have been a difficult, long drawn out and stressful situation a lot easier to handle and took all the flak and came up with the result. Don't look any further than this, you have found your man. Thank you!
Great fast response and the party wall award was received in good time before the build. Thank you
We had a party wall issue that Hourican & Associates assisted us with. They're knowledge was excellent with great communication advising us every step of the way. Very happy to have worked with them.
Richard was fantastic. He was responsive, professional, and very helpful with all the questions I had throughout the process. I can highly recommend him!
Richard dealt with a lengthy and complicated set of several simultaneous party wall awards relating to our recent building project. He was professional and personable which was a great help to us in what was a difficult situation. He brought all matters to a happy conclusion for us.
It was a pleasure working with Richard of Hourican Associates. He was very professional and responsive throughout a stressful time for us. I’d have no hesitation recommending him and their services.
We had the pleasure of working with Richard Hourican and his team at Hourican & Associates for our party wall agreement, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From start to finish, Richard exhibited a level of professionalism and expertise that surpassed our expectations. Communication was a standout aspect of our collaboration with Hourican & Associates. Richard kept us informed every step of the way, ensuring that we were always in the loop regarding the progress of our party wall agreement. Any queries or concerns we had were promptly addressed, contributing to a seamless and transparent process. The timeliness of their work is commendable. Unlike some experiences we've heard about, there was no unnecessary delay or dragging out of the process. Richard and his team efficiently navigated the complexities of our party wall agreement, demonstrating a commitment to meeting deadlines without compromising on the quality of their work. In summary, if you're in need of a reliable, communicative, and efficient team to handle your party wall agreement, look no further than Hourican & Associates. Richard's professionalism and the team's dedication to client satisfaction make them a top choice in their field. We wholeheartedly recommend their services and would gladly work with them again in the future.
Hourican Associates handled a complex set of party wall agreements for us with a range of stakeholders including both leasehold and freehold owners. From our first conversation, Richard's vast knowledge of this process was evident; he explained the whole process clearly and answered all my questions thoroughly. Communication was extremely prompt the whole way through with Richard always making time to chat on the phone to keep us updated. I would highly recommend Hourican Associates.
The team at Hourican Associates were exceptional. They were very helpful professional in handling my party wall consents. Thank you! Highly recommend them to anyone.
Absolutely first class. Helpful and kind. I would very much recommend Hourican Associates.
Richard is fantastic, understands the situation and helps sort the PWA quickly. He’s also very responsive. We have used Hourican twice now and would definitely use again.