Party Wall Surveys
The Party Wall Act 1996 is the primary legislation
governing party walls in England and Wales. It
provides a framework for preventing and resolving
disputes related to party walls, boundary walls, and
excavations near neighbouring buildings.
Key points include:
– Notice requirements: Building owners must serve notice to adjoining owners before starting work.
– Dispute resolution: If there is a dispute, surveyors are appointed to resolve it.
– Rights and responsibilities: The act outlines the rights of building owners to carry out work and the responsibilities to protect adjoining properties.
When is a party wall survey needed?
A party wall survey may be needed when you plan to carry out construction work that affects a shared wall or a boundary between properties. This includes:
– Building a new wall on or near the boundary line.
– Demolishing or cutting through an existing party wall.
– Underpinning a party wall or a foundation.
– Excavating near a shared wall (e.g., for a basement).
Common projects requiring a party wall survey include loft conversions, extensions, and new foundations.
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Legal Surveyors UK provides comprehensive range of expert party wall surveying services nationwide, tailored to fit your needs and schedule. Whether you need guidance on serving a notice, require a surveyor to resolve a dispute, or ensure your building project complies with the Party Wall Act 1996, we are here to help.
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