by Simple Survey | Oct 29, 2025 | Article
On some party wall jobs—especially those involving deeper excavations, underpinning, basements, or significant structural alterations—the appointed party wall surveyor(s) may bring in a checking engineer. Think of them as an independent, specialist peer-review: their...
by Simple Survey | Oct 29, 2025 | Article
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 doesn’t have to come with premium price tags. Most projects are straightforward; the trick is choosing the right professional, on the right terms, at the right price. Here’s a practical, no-nonsense guide to keeping costs sensible—without...
by Simple Survey | Oct 29, 2025 | Article
Getting Party Wall Notices right the first time saves months of delay, neighbour friction and wasted fees. Here are the five most common mistakes that render notices invalid—plus the quick fixes to keep your project compliant and moving. 1) Missing drawings on...
by Simple Survey | Oct 27, 2025 | Article
If you’ve dipped a toe into the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you’ll have seen Section 20—the definitions section. Tucked inside is the Act’s definition of a “surveyor”: “…any person not being a party to the matter appointed or selected under section 10 to determine...
by Simple Survey | Oct 27, 2025 | Article
Section 20 is the glossary of the Party Wall Act. It’s where the Act tells you exactly what it means by “owner”, “party wall”, “party fence wall”, “special foundations” and more. Getting these definitions right is crucial—because whether your works are notifiable, who...
by Simple Survey | Oct 27, 2025 | Article
Most neighbours are surprised to learn the Party Wall Act doesn’t just regulate notices and awards—it also grants temporary access rights over adjoining land so notifiable works can be done safely and properly. That power lives in Section 8. Here’s what you need to...
