Are you planning to undertake works to your property?
If you are unsure whether works you have planned will trigger the Party Wall Act, we’ll confirm either way for no charge. If an Award is required, we’ll provide clear guidance and a fixed fee for taking you through the process, from serving a Notice to agreeing an Award.
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What are the responsibilities of the building owner?
To ensure that your work stays within the law, as the Building Owner, you should:
1. Check whether the Party Wall etc Act 1996 applies to your project
2. Talk to your neighbours early, before serving Notice about your work. Keeping your Adjoining Owners (neighbours) informed
3. Make sure your Notice is served properly, or else it will be invalid
4. Serve Notice with plenty of time
5. Don’t be tempted to start work until you have an agreement / Party Wall Award in place.
What is a party wall?
There are various types of party wall. It is important to note that you must provide the Adjoining Owner with at least 2 months’ notice (in most cases) before any works start.
Conventional Party Wall
A wall that separates a building belongs to different owners
Party Structure
A wall or a floor/ ceiling that separates a building with separate entrances
Party Fence Wall
A wall which stands on the lands of different owners to separate adjoining land, such as a garden wall
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