What steps should I take while planning a project?
If you're planning a project that includes a party wall, it's important to follow the Party Wall Act 1996 to protect your rights and the rights of your neighbours...
At the Surveyors Corporation, we use our specialised knowledge of the Party Wall Act 1996, to ensure you get the right advice - whether you are starting your own project, or you have received a Party Wall Notice from your. We are here to help.
Experience: We have a proven track record of successful Party Wall Awards, and a deep understanding of the Party Wall Act and the relevant Building Regulations. Having acted for both Building Owners carrying out works and also as a Neighbouring owners surveyor and Agreed Surveyor where we act for both the Building Owner carrying out the work and the neighbour/s.
Communication: We aim to keep you informed throughout the process, making it as simple and as transparent as possible. We will act in the best interests of both you and your neighbours throughout.
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Party Wall Notices
In the UK, the Party Wall Act 1996 governs building works that affect neighbouring properties, specifically those involving foundations to be dug within 3m of a neighbouring property, shared walls or structures known as "party walls" and "party" structures.
Schedule of Conditions
A schedule of condition is a detailed report that documents the condition of a property or structure at a specific point in time. In the context of notifiable works under the Party Wall Act works, it serves as a record of the property's condition before any work takes place. This record is crucial for resolving disputes that may arise regarding damage caused by the works.
Party Wall Awards
A Party Wall Award is a legally binding document that outlines the details of building works that affect a party wall or structure in the UK. It is issued by either a single agreed surveyor or two party wall surveyors appointed by the building owner and the affected neighbour.
I'm planning a project
If you're planning a project that includes a party wall, it's important to follow the Party Wall Act 1996 to protect your rights and the rights of your neighbours. Here are the steps you should take:
My Neighbour is building
As the neighbouring property owner you should encourage your neighbour who is about to carry out notifiable works under the Party Wall ACT to issue you with the relevant notice/s.
Planning work on your home can be scary
If you have an idea and you want to know if its possible – please just call us and we will be happy to chat about the options open to you.