by Simple Survey | Nov 14, 2025 | Article
Planning a basement or deep excavation? If your engineer is proposing reinforced foundations (slim, strong and common in modern design), you’re stepping into “special foundations” territory under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Here’s the plain-English guide to what...
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 7, 2025 | Article
You’re gearing up for works that will add space and value without the upheaval of moving—great news. If those works fall within the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you’ll need a party wall surveyor. Here’s the catch: not all “party wall surveyors” are equal. The title...
