by Simple Survey | Feb 12, 2026 | Uncategorised
Access is where party wall matters can become emotionally charged. Even the most reasonable neighbour can become guarded when private space is involved. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 allows access in certain circumstances where it is necessary for the execution of...
by Simple Survey | Feb 12, 2026 | Uncategorised
Boundary works have a habit of becoming disproportionately sensitive. A modest garden wall can generate more tension than a significant internal refurbishment, simply because boundaries feel personal and permanent. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 provides a defined route...
by Simple Survey | Feb 12, 2026 | Uncategorised
The third surveyor is often discussed with unnecessary drama. In reality, the third surveyor is a sensible statutory safeguard designed to prevent a process from becoming trapped by professional disagreement. Understanding this properly can reduce anxiety for...
by Simple Survey | Feb 12, 2026 | Uncategorised
The language of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 can sound more confrontational than the reality. One of the most misunderstood terms is “dispute”. In everyday conversation, a dispute implies an argument. Under the Act, it can simply mean that written consent has not been...
by Simple Survey | Feb 12, 2026 | Uncategorised
A party wall notice is only useful if it is valid. That sounds obvious, yet invalid or poorly served notices remain one of the most common reasons projects lose weeks at precisely the wrong moment. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 sets out a formal process. If you do not...
