For builders
Build it right. Protect your project.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 protects you and your neighbours when building work affects a shared wall or boundary. Send us your drawings and we’ll tell you if the Act applies.
Avoid costly delays · Keep neighbours on side · Stay compliant and protected
No notice = no protection
- Delays your project
- Creates disputes
- Increases costs
How we help builders with party wall matters.
1 Quick decision guide
Ask yourself three questions:
- Are you building at or across the boundary?
→ The Act may apply — but can sometimes be avoided with a minor design change. - Are you cutting into, away from or altering a party wall or shared structure?
→ The Act usually applies. - Are you excavating near a neighbouring structure (within 3m, or 6m with piles)?
→ The Act normally applies.
2 Where it commonly arises
- Ground-floor extensions within 3m of neighbouring properties
- Loft conversions to attached properties
- Basement excavations within 3m of neighbouring properties
- Structural alterations to attached properties
3 Early questions builders ask
- Does the Act apply here?
- Which notices do I need to serve?
- When should notices be served?
- What happens if a neighbour dissents?
- Will this delay my project?
We’ll answer all of these — just ask.
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Send us your drawings and we’ll tell you if the Act applies.
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