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 owner have adequate time to consider the proposed construction work and respond accordingly.
The response timings vary depending on the type of notice involved. Here are the typical timeframes:
Party Wall Notice: When the building owner serves a Party Wall Notice to the adjoining owner, the adjoining owner has 14 days from the date of receiving the notice to provide a written response. This response can take the form of consent, dissent, or a request for more information.
10(4) Party Wall Notice: In the event of a non response, the building owner serves a further or final Party Wall Notice to the adjoining owner.
The adjoining owner has 10 days from the date of receiving the notice to provide a written response. As per the first Notice, this response can take the form of consent, dissent, or a request for more information.
It’s important to note that these response periods are legally mandated by the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Adhering to these timeframes is crucial to ensuring compliance with the law and facilitating the resolution of any disputes or concerns that may arise during the party wall process.