by Simple Survey | Aug 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
The primary responsibility of a Party Wall Surveyor is to resolve disagreements between neighbours relating to Party Wall Notices served under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Surveyors act impartially, ensuring that building works can proceed lawfully while minimising...
by Simple Survey | Aug 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, anyone carrying out building work that may affect a neighbour’s property is considered a Building Owner. As a Building Owner, you are legally required to inform neighbouring property owners about certain types of work before you...
by Simple Survey | Aug 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
Property owners in England and Wales must manage construction near shared walls carefully. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 governs these processes, requiring Party Wall Notices and, where necessary, formal agreements to protect all parties involved. What Is a Party Wall...
by Simple Survey | Aug 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
A Party Wall Award (sometimes called a Party Wall Agreement) is a legally binding document prepared under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. It is issued by one or more surveyors when a neighbour dissents to a Party Wall Notice, and it sets out in detail how the proposed...
by Simple Survey | Aug 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
When carrying out construction that affects shared walls, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is a key piece of legislation in England and Wales. One critical requirement under this Act is the Party Structure Notice, which ensures that neighbouring property owners are...
by Simple Survey | Aug 29, 2025 | Uncategorised
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies to specific types of construction activities. Below is an overview of common works that require Party Wall procedures: Internal Works Chimney Breast RemovalRemoving a party wall chimney breast and adding structural supports for the...
