Keep your project moving. Protect your investment.

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

• Basement excavations within 3m of neighbouring properties
• New-build walls at or across the boundary
• Structural alterations to attached properties
• Major refurbishments and extension works

3 Early questions developers ask

• Does the Act apply here?
• Which notices apply?
• When should notices be served?
• What happens if a neighbour dissents?
• Will this delay the programme?
• How can disputes be avoided?

We’ll answer all of these — just ask.