by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
Party wall issues usually stem from late communication, unclear expectations, or misunderstandings about the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. The tips below help both Building Owners and Adjoining Owners steer clear of avoidable friction and keep projects moving. For...
by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
If you’re the Building Owner proposing works that fall under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you must serve a Party Wall Notice on every affected Adjoining Owner. The notice describes the notifiable elements of your project and invites a formal response. How an...
by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
If your project includes works covered by the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you must serve a Party Wall Notice on every affected neighbour (the Adjoining Owner). One efficient route through the process is the Agreed Surveyor option—this guide explains when notices are...
by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
When a neighbour serves (or you serve) a Party Wall Notice, the next big decision is how to run the dispute-resolution process if there’s a dissent: appoint one Agreed Surveyor to act for both owners, or separate surveyors—one for each side. The Party Wall etc. Act...
by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 governs building activity that could affect a shared wall, boundary, or nearby foundations. Where works are notifiable, your neighbour (the building owner) must serve a Party Wall Notice before work begins—at least 1 month for most matters...
by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
Below is a practical guide to how party wall surveyors usually price their work, and why fees vary between projects. Lets start with our fees, £25.00 for Notices, £300.00 for Awards. Nice simple, low cost and straightforward! 1) Building Owner’s Surveyor (Fixed-Fee,...
