by Simple Survey | Sep 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 grants building owners certain rights of access over a neighbour’s land — but these rights are not unlimited. Section 8 sets out two key conditions: The work must fall under the ActAccess is only permitted where the works are those...
by Simple Survey | Sep 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
If you’re planning building works, it’s essential to check whether any part of your project falls under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Depending on the type of work, notice must be served either one or two months before starting. You should also factor in the time it...
by Simple Survey | Sep 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
Many adjoining owners first learn about planned works when a party wall notice arrives in the post, or when letters are sent suggesting they should immediately dissent and appoint a surveyor. However, dissenting isn’t always necessary. Whether you need a surveyor...
by Simple Survey | Sep 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
When planning building work that involves shared boundaries, it’s important to understand the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. This law sets out how neighbours should be notified and protects both property owners by providing a clear process for preventing and resolving...
by Simple Survey | Sep 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
A party wall is a wall that separates two properties, with the dividing line between ownerships usually lying within its thickness. Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, property owners have the legal right to carry out certain works to a party wall or structure....
