For adjoining owners
Plan today. Protect tomorrow.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 protects you and your neighbour when building work might affect your property or its use. We make sure your position is protected — clearly and fairly.
No notice = no protection
- Increases risk
- Causes disputes
- Damages relationships
Your rights as an adjoining owner, in one minute.
1 Quick decision guide
Ask yourself three questions:
- Is building work happening that might affect your property or its use?
→ The Act may apply — even to minor works or excavations. - Have you received a Party Wall Notice?
→ Early action can help protect your rights and prevent problems. - What are my options?
→ You have the right to appoint a surveyor and agree how the work is managed.
2 What we do
- Explain your rights and responsibilities clearly
- Negotiate a suitable set of rules to protect you and your property
- Resolve issues and manage party wall negotiations professionally and fairly
3 Early questions adjoining owners ask
- What are my rights under the Act?
- What are my options?
- Who pays for what?
- Will you be there to help if I need it?
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