by Simple Survey | Sep 2, 2025 | Article
A party wall survey is a formal process required whenever planned building works could affect a shared wall, structure, or boundary between neighbouring properties. Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, homeowners must serve a notice on their neighbours if the works...
by Simple Survey | Aug 29, 2025 | Article
An Adjoining Owner is any person who owns land, a building, or part of a building that shares a boundary with, or is close enough to, a property where building works are taking place. This includes owners of neighbouring houses, flats, or commercial properties that...
by Simple Survey | Aug 28, 2025 | Article
Certain types of building work require notification under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. These works, known as notifiable building works, may affect shared walls, boundary structures, or neighbouring foundations. Types of Notifiable Works 1. New Building on the Line of...
by Simple Survey | Aug 28, 2025 | Article
Section 6 of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 covers excavations close to adjoining buildings or structures. Its purpose is to protect neighbouring properties from damage due to construction work, ensuring that any excavation is carried out safely and legally. When...
by Simple Survey | Aug 28, 2025 | Article
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is designed to protect both property owners and their neighbours when construction work affects a shared wall, boundary structure, or nearby foundations. It applies across England and Wales and sets out clear rules to prevent disputes and...
by Simple Survey | Aug 26, 2025 | Article
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is a key piece of legislation in England and Wales that affects homeowners, building surveyors, and contractors. It sets out how construction works involving shared walls, boundary structures, or nearby excavations must be managed to...
