Whether you're looking to carry out building works yourself, or your neighbour is extending / altering their property, the advice and input of an experienced Party Wall Surveyor can save a world of hassle further down the line.
The below helpful guide summarises the process of serving and receiving party wall notices, as well as our typical costs for providing Party Wall Surveyor services.
Please note that the costs provided are indicative and may vary according to the size and complexity of each project.
A professional organisation of Party Wall Surveyors. Their website contains useful guidance documents and further information on the Party Wall etc Act 1996.
Link - www.fpws.org.uk
A learned society for professionals involved in Party Wall and Neighbourly Matters. The Society seeks to advance knowledge of party wall legislation and procedure and to promote best professional practice in its application.
A UK Government guide which aims to explain in simple terms how the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 (“the Act”) may affect someone who either wishes to carry out work covered by the Act (the “Building Owner”) or receives notification under the Act of proposed adjacent work (the “Adjoining Owner”).
Link - www.gov.uk
An online version of the full text of the Party Wall etc Act 1996.