by Simple Survey | Dec 8, 2025 | Uncategorised
If you’re a building owner, serving a Party Wall Notice can feel like just ticking a box. But here’s the reality: an invalid Party Wall Notice is as good as not serving one at all – and that can seriously delay your project. So, what makes a notice invalid? First,...
by Simple Survey | Dec 8, 2025 | Uncategorised
If you’ve just discovered that your neighbour’s contractor wants to come onto your land as part of the planned party wall works, your first instinct might be: “Hang on… can they actually do that?” Under the wording of the Party Wall etcetera Act 1996, in short, yes,...
by Simple Survey | Dec 8, 2025 | Uncategorised
If you’re planning building works, you might be wondering: “Can my neighbour and I just agree something between ourselves instead of going through surveyors and a Party Wall Award?” Let’s clear this up. Under the Party Wall etcetera Act 1996, a Party Wall Award is a...
by Simple Survey | Dec 8, 2025 | Uncategorised
So, you’ve found out you need a Party Wall Notice and you’re wondering, “Can I just serve it myself?” Short answer: yes, you can. The Party Wall etcetera Act 1996 allows a building owner to serve their own notice. But before you hit print and pop it through the...
by Simple Survey | Dec 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
If you’re wondering who actually pays the Party Wall Surveyor fees, you’re not alone – it’s one of the most common questions we get. Here’s the simple answer. Under the Party Wall etcetera Act 1996, the rule is this: The building owner, who is the person doing the...
by Simple Survey | Dec 2, 2025 | Uncategorised
I’m going to walk you through how to respond to a Party Wall Notice calmly and correctly. First, don’t ignore it. A Party Wall Notice is a legal document under the Party Wall etcetera Act 1996. As soon as it arrives, check three things: Does it show your correct name...
