What are the Party Wall Notice Response Options?

When a property owner (the adjoining owner) receives a party wall notice from their neighbor (the building owner) who plans to undertake construction. There are generally three response options they can consider under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. These response...

What is a Party Wall Award?

A Party Wall Award, also known as a Party Wall Agreement, is a legally binding document that is produced by party wall surveyors in accordance with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.  It outlines the rights and responsibilities of both the building owner (the person...

Do I have to respond to a Party Wall Notice?

If you receive a Party Wall Notice from your neighbour who intends to undertake construction work, you are legally obligated to provide a response to the notice.  The Party Wall etc. Act 1996, a governing legislation in the United Kingdom, outlines the...

What are the Party Wall Notice Response Timings?

Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, specific timeframes or response periods are outlined for responding to Party Wall Notices.  These timeframes are designed to ensure that the process moves forward efficiently and that both the building owner and the adjoining...

What is the Party Wall Process?

Party wall surveying is an essential aspect of construction and renovation projects that involve shared walls between neighboring properties.  This practice ensures that the rights and interests of both property owners are protected throughout the construction...