by Simple Survey | Sep 30, 2025 | Uncategorised
When your project sits near the boundary, access over next-door’s land can be the difference between a smooth build and a costly headache. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 gives a clear, lawful route for temporary access—if you follow the rules. Here are the five facts we...
by Simple Survey | Sep 30, 2025 | Uncategorised
Good neighbourly relations are priceless—especially when you’re building. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is designed to enable projects while protecting both sides, but misunderstandings can sour the mood fast. Here are practical, field-tested tips to keep everyone...
by Simple Survey | Sep 30, 2025 | Uncategorised
If you’ve started looking around for Party Wall help, you’ve probably noticed the wild spread in quotes. Some firms bill by the hour, others hide extras in the small print, and a few won’t commit to a number at all. At Simple Survey we keep it… simple: clear scope,...
by Simple Survey | Sep 30, 2025 | Uncategorised
You’ve opened the post and found a Party Wall Notice. Now what—consent or dissent? There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer. The right choice depends on the scope of works, how clearly they’re defined, and how confident you feel about risk, timing, and neighbour...
by Simple Survey | Sep 30, 2025 | Uncategorised
When a neighbour says “yes” to your Party Wall Notice, everything speeds up: fewer costs, fewer emails, and a cleaner path to site. Consent isn’t luck—it’s the result of a simple, respectful process that gives your neighbour clarity and confidence. Below is a proven,...
by Simple Survey | Sep 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
Getting the Party Wall notice wrong is the fastest way to derail a project. An invalid notice doesn’t just irritate neighbours—it wipes out your legal footing under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, forces you to restart statutory time periods, and can invite injunctions...
