by Simple Survey | Oct 1, 2025 | Uncategorised
Short version: most headaches around the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 come from the same myths—about when notices are needed, how consent works, who pays, what “agreed surveyor” really means, and whether planning permission covers you. Here’s a clear, no-nonsense...
by Simple Survey | Oct 1, 2025 | Uncategorised
When a Party Wall Notice lands on your doormat, you’ve got three basic choices: consent, dissent and appoint an agreed surveyor, or dissent and appoint your own surveyor. The right answer isn’t simply “yes” or “no”—it’s about weighing risk, clarity and timing against...
by Simple Survey | Oct 1, 2025 | Uncategorised
Planning a loft conversion that touches a shared wall or sits close to your neighbour’s structure? If your neighbour dissents to the notice, a Party Wall Award (also called a “party wall agreement”) will be put in place before work starts. While every project is...
by Simple Survey | Oct 1, 2025 | Uncategorised
If your project could affect a shared wall, boundary or nearby foundations, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 sets out a clear, step-by-step path from first notice to starting work. Here’s a practical walkthrough that keeps you compliant, on programme, and on good terms...
by Simple Survey | Oct 1, 2025 | Uncategorised
This long-form guide explains exactly when the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies, who you must notify (and how), what happens after a notice is served, how awards are agreed, and how to keep costs and timelines under control. It’s designed as an evergreen resource with...
by Simple Survey | Oct 1, 2025 | Uncategorised
Summary:Party wall paperwork shouldn’t drain your budget or stall your build. At Simple Survey, we produce robust, compliant party wall awards quickly—and for less. Our lean process, digital service model and fixed-fee structure mean you get the legal certainty you...
