by Simple Survey | Oct 23, 2025 | Articles
Large extensions, loft conversions that abut two neighbours, wrap-arounds on corner plots, or basement digs near a terrace rarely involve just one adjoining owner. The more neighbours you notify at once, the greater the chance you’ll end up with multiple surveyors,...
by Simple Survey | Oct 2, 2025 | Articles
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, the general rule is straightforward: the person carrying out the notifiable works pays the reasonable costs of administering the Act. That typically includes the cost of valid notices, any surveyor(s) appointed, and the drafting and...
by Admin 3 | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles
Who Is a Party Wall Surveyor? A party wall surveyor is a specialist professional appointed to manage disputes and oversee compliance with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Responsibilities Assessing the proposed works Serving or advising on Party Wall Notices Preparing...
by Admin 3 | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles
Why Access Is Needed During party wall works, surveyors or builders may require access to adjoining properties to carry out inspections or necessary construction tasks. Legal Basis for Access The Party Wall Act grants limited rights to access neighbours’ properties...
by Admin 3 | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles
What Happens If Neighbours Don’t Respond? Under the Party Wall Act, if the adjoining owner does not respond within 14 days of receiving a Party Wall Notice, this is legally treated as dissent. Implications of Dissent Dissent triggers the need to appoint one or more...
by Admin 3 | Jun 13, 2025 | Articles
What Is a Schedule of Condition? A Schedule of Condition is a detailed record of the state of a neighbour’s property (and sometimes your own) before construction work begins. Why It’s Important It provides evidence of any existing damage, helping to avoid disputes...
