FAQ on Responding to Party Wall Notices

Property owners in England and Wales will likely be familiar with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. This legislation is designed to prevent and resolve disputes between neighbours when building work is planned near a shared boundary or structure. If your neighbour intends...

20 Second Read: Party Wall Act

The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 sets out the legal framework that Building Owners must follow when planning certain types of work that could affect neighbouring properties. Under the Act, a formal Party Wall Notice must be served if the proposed works involve: Building...

All You Need To Know About Party Walls

A party wall is a structure that separates two adjoining buildings, often with the boundary line running through the middle. If you plan to carry out work that directly affects a shared wall, you are legally required to notify your neighbour in advance, setting out...

Party Wall Procedures That are Simple

If you’re planning building works that affect a shared boundary, understanding the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is essential. This legislation sets out the rights and responsibilities of both the property owner carrying out the works (the building owner) and the...