by Simple Survey | Dec 2, 2025 | Article
I’m going to walk you through how to respond to a Party Wall Notice calmly and correctly. First, don’t ignore it. A Party Wall Notice is a legal document under the Party Wall etcetera Act 1996. As soon as it arrives, check three things: Does it show your correct name...
by Simple Survey | Dec 2, 2025 | Article
One of the little-known procedural aspects within the Party Wall etcetera Act 1996, is that you can’t fire your Party Wall Surveyor. Let’s unpack why and what you can do if you’re unhappy. Under Section 10 of the Act, once a surveyor is appointed, that appointment is...
by Simple Survey | Dec 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
When a neighbour dissents to a Party Wall Notice, the next big decision is how the dispute will be administered under the Party Wall etcetera Act 1996 and whether this will be by one Agreed Surveyor, or by two separate Party Wall Surveyors. So what is an Agreed...
by Simple Survey | Dec 2, 2025 | Article
Party wall surveyor fees can often be confusing and worrying, but they’re actually governed by some clear principles in the Party Wall etcetera Act 1996. Who pays? In almost all cases, the building owner, who is the person doing the works, pays the reasonable fees of:...
by Simple Survey | Dec 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
Having dealt with thousands of Party Wall Notices, Awards and surveyors over the years, we’ve seen the full spectrum – from the truly excellent to the frankly problematic. So what actually makes a good Party Wall Surveyor? It’s not complicated, and the best surveyors...
