by Simple Survey | Nov 24, 2025 | Article
Here at Simple Survey, we fully understand that Party Wall matters can be confusing – and nothing creates more confusion than the Party Wall Notice itself. This is the document that: Starts the statutory clock under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 Gives the adjoining...
by Simple Survey | Nov 24, 2025 | Article
Party wall matters have a habit of arriving just when you already feel stretched. As a building owner, you’re juggling designs, planning, budgets and contractors – then you discover there’s a legal process to follow, extra costs to consider and a risk of delay if it’s...
by Simple Survey | Nov 20, 2025 | Uncategorised
Planning your construction works is an exciting stage. You’ve pictured the new space, had drawings prepared, maybe even secured planning permission or confirmed that your project is permitted development. Then the phrase “Party Wall Notice” appears in an email, on a...
by Simple Survey | Nov 20, 2025 | Article
Many building owners assume that a friendly chat over the fence, a thumbs‑up on WhatsApp, or a quick “sounds fine” on the driveway means their neighbour will happily consent to a Party Wall Notice. In practice, that’s rarely how it plays out. Once neighbours...
by Simple Survey | Nov 20, 2025 | Article
Fifteen–twenty years ago, most of our calls started the same way: “I’ve never heard of the Party Wall Act – do I really need to do anything?” Fast‑forward to today and things have changed. Thanks to online guides, videos, podcasts, TV renovation shows and countless...
