by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
Party wall surveyor costs vary by scope and location, but typical figures are: Hourly rates: ~£120–£350/hour Project totals: ~£800–£2,500 per appointment (straightforward to moderately complex matters) Our Approach: £25.00 for Notices, £300 for Awards! Yes, they...
by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
Short answer: yes—provided they are not a party to the matter (i.e., not the Building Owner or the Adjoining Owner).The Act defines a surveyor as “any person not being a party to the matter” appointed under Section 10 to determine disputes. In practice, that means a...
by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
If your planned works fall within the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you have a legal duty to serve a written Party Wall Notice on every affected neighbour (the Adjoining Owner). The notice tells them what you intend to do and starts the formal process that protects both...
by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 provides a clear framework for resolving disputes where building works may affect a neighbour’s property. Its aim is twofold: to enable the Building Owner’s works to proceed lawfully, and to protect Adjoining Owners from unnecessary risk...
by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
If you’ve received a Party Wall Notice under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you have three ways to respond. Think of them as green, amber, and red—each perfectly valid, just different levels of formality and protection. ✅ GREEN — Consent You consent in writing and the...
by Simple Survey | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorised
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, response periods are fixed in law so the process moves fairly and efficiently. Here are the key clocks to watch. 1) Initial Party Wall Notice — 14 days From the day the Adjoining Owner receives the notice, they have 14 days to reply...
