by Simple Survey | Nov 13, 2025 | Article
Been served a Party Wall Notice? Or served one yourself—and heard nothing back? Silence does not stall the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. The Act contains a built-in “untangling” mechanism at Section 10(4) so the process keeps moving even if an adjoining owner refuses or...
by Simple Survey | Nov 13, 2025 | Article
Most “making use” scenarios are triggered by Section 2 rights, typically where the new works connect to or rely on a party wall. A common catch-all is Section 2(2)(k): “…to execute any other necessary works incidental to the connection of a party structure with the...
by Simple Survey | Nov 11, 2025 | Article
Planning a rear/side extension, a basement, a lightwell or rebuilding walls with new footings? If your works dig close to a neighbour, Section 6 of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is likely in play. Here’s the clear, plain-English guide you can rely on. What Section 6...
by Simple Survey | Nov 10, 2025 | Article
What’s valid under the Act—and what isn’t Party Wall “Awards”, “Agreements”, “Contracts”… it’s easy to get lost in the terminology. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 uses very specific language and procedures. Using the right instrument matters—for enforceability, access...
by Simple Survey | Nov 5, 2025 | Article
Unsure who the “third surveyor” is, what they do, and who pays? Here’s the clear, practical guide you’ve been looking for—grounded in the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and real-world practice. 1) When does a third surveyor exist? A third surveyor is always in place on...
by Simple Survey | Nov 5, 2025 | Article
Act early. Timings under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 are strict—and they stack. Getting your notices and responses right keeps your project lawful, neighbourly, and on schedule. Below is a clear, practical guide to every key interval you’ll meet—from the day you...
