Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, an Adjoining Owner is anyone who owns property next to a Building Owner’s premises.
Before starting certain construction works, the Building Owner is legally required to notify you with a Party Wall Notice. Notifiable works include:
- Excavating within 3–6 metres of your property
- Cutting into a shared party wall
- Removing a chimney breast
- Altering the height of a party wall
Excavations may involve neighbouring buildings within 3 metres for standard foundations or up to 6 metres for piled foundations.
Received a Party Wall Notice?
If your neighbour sends you a Party Wall Notice, you must respond within 14 days. Failing to respond could allow the Building Owner to appoint a surveyor to act on your behalf.
A qualified inspector can guide you through the process, confirm the notice is valid, and explain your rights under the Act. This ensures your property is protected while construction is underway.
What to Do If Your Neighbour is Planning Works
Many homeowners first encounter the Party Wall Act when receiving an unexpected notice. It’s important to understand your rights and responsibilities while maintaining good relations with your neighbours.
Handled correctly, the Party Wall Act is a straightforward way to protect your property. Our team of impartial London party wall surveyors provides objective advice to help you make informed decisions.
Applying fair protective measures helps ensure that neighbouring properties are respected, construction proceeds safely, and relationships remain amicable. Most Building Owners want to comply with the Act and minimise any impact on neighbours, which benefits everyone.
Resolve Disputes and Safeguard Your Property
Our goal is to provide neutral, professional guidance that protects your home and reduces conflict during construction projects.
How we help:
- Free Initial Advice – Unsure how to respond to a Party Wall Notice? Contact us for a no-cost consultation.
- Appoint a Surveyor – After your consultation, you can appoint a commercial or residential Party Wall Surveyor to represent your interests.
- Let the Surveyor Handle the Process – From notice review to Award and even post-completion, your inspector manages all aspects of the procedure on your behalf.
Get Support Today
We assist Adjoining Owners in responding to Party Wall Notices. Send us any documents you have, such as the notice, acknowledgement forms, or drawings. Our team will provide free initial advice and guide you through your options.
If you choose to appoint a surveyor through us, you will often not need to pay fees as the Adjoining Owner. Contact our team today to protect your property and ensure a smooth Party Wall process.
Why Choose Simple Survey?
At Simple Survey, we offer:
✅ Impartial, RICS-registered surveyors
✅ Expert advice for both Building Owners and Adjoining Owners
✅ Clear, cost-effective solutions across London and the UK
✅ The UK’s lowest-cost Party Wall Surveying service 📩 Email: team@simplesurvey.co.uk