What is a “Party Wall”?
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is there to protect both parties when building works are being carried out on or close to a boundary. Whether you are carrying out building work (Building owner) or you are affected by the works (Adjoining owner), we can help.
As the Building Owner, you have certain obligations to carry out before your project commences.
Before your project commences there are a few things you need to know and do:
1. A Party Wall Notice
A Notice outlines the elements of the plans that relate to the boundary of the two properties. Depending on the type of building work this should be received between 4 and 8 weeks prior to the works commencing.
2. Managing the risk
There is a potential risk of damage to your property as a result of the works being carried out. It is important to remember that however good your neighbourly relationship is, there is no relationship with the contractor. You have a right to appoint your own surveyor. Although most cases are straightforward, you may wish to appoint an independent Party Wall Surveyor to ensure your safety and enjoyment of your property is maintained throughout.
3. Payment of fees
Please remember that the Building Owner, not you, typically incurs 100% of any fees due in achieving a Party Wall Agreement.
4. The next step
If you are interested in appointing Elsigood Associates to act as your Party Wall Surveyor please feel free to contact us.
As the Adjoining Owner you will want to ensure that an agreement covers how the project will run and how to recover costs should any damage be caused to your property.
1. A Party Wall Notice
A Notice outlines the elements of the plans that relate to the boundary of the two properties. Depending on the type of building work this should be received between 4 and 8 weeks prior to the works commencing.
2. Managing the risk
There is a potential risk of damage to your property as a result of the works being carried out. It is important to remember that however good your neighbourly relationship is, there is no relationship with the contractor. You have a right to appoint your own surveyor. Although most cases are straightforward, you may wish to appoint an independent Party Wall Surveyor to ensure your safety and enjoyment of your property is maintained throughout.
3. Payment of fees
Please remember that the Building Owner, not you, typically incurs 100% of any fees due in achieving a Party Wall Agreement.
4. The next step
If you are interested in appointing Elsigood Associates to act as your Party Wall Surveyor please feel free to contact us.
Our Process
Step 2: Schedule of Condition Inspection & Report
The Party Wall Surveyor(s) will visit the site and undertake a Schedule of Condition Report of the adjoining owner’s property thereby ensuring there is a robust condition record and report in place in advance of the construction works commencing.
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