Party Wall Advice for Architects: Avoiding Deloays & Involving a Surveyor
Party Wall Advice for Architects: When to Involve a Surveyor and Avoid Project Delays Designing a rear extension? Working on a loft conversion involving steelwork within a party wall? Planning foundations close to a neighbouring property? Preparing plans for a new wall along the boundary line? For architects, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is […]
The Party Wall Act In Plain English
The Party Wall Act Explained The Party Wall Act is a piece of legislation and, as such, is hard to comprehend and is full of complications. It is easy to make errors, and there are many points that cause misunderstanding. The Act is about three things: building on or near a boundary, working on an […]
List of the Best Blogs on Party Wall Awards
A list of the best blogs we can find to provide our clients with additional information on how Party Wall Awards work in Surrey & London Key Takeaways We’ve curated a link list of external guides to help clients understand Party Wall Awards. We point to articles covering what an award is, when it’s required, […]
The Party Wall Act 3 Metre Rule Explained
Party wall act 3 metre rule If you’re planning a new extension, foundations, or any work that involves digging near a neighbouring building, it’s important you understand one of the most critical areas of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, and that’s the 3 Metre Rule. It’s a confusing rule for homeowners, but it’s important […]
Who Owns a Party Wall? The Party Wall Act and Ownership
Key Takeaways Boundary party walls are usually shared — both neighbours have rights and responsibilities. The Act doesn’t change ownership — it sets the rules for notices, rights, and disputes. Sales don’t usually void an Award — but if ownership changes before work starts, notices may need re-serving. Who Owns a Party Wall? One question […]
Party Wall Agreements for Loft Conversions
If you live in a terraced or semi-detached house, a party wall agreement is likely necessary for building projects like loft conversions. The Party Wall Act 1996 safeguards both you and your neighbours by outlining dispute resolution procedures and requiring neighbour consent for structural changes. The Party Wall Act 1996: What You Need to Know […]
A spotlight on Party Walls
Our home should be our haven, and harmonious relationships with our neighbours are, for many of us, an important part of feeling comfortable when we’re relaxing at home. If you are planning building works that will impact a wall shared with a neighbour – a Party Wall – you will want to make sure that […]