Party Wall Act — Key Considerations

When a project involves work to a shared boundary or party wall, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies.

When Does It Apply?

• Building on or at the boundary
• Cutting into a party wall
• Excavating near neighbouring buildings

Key Steps

1. Serve notice at least 2 months before work
2. Obtain agreement or appoint surveyors
3. Prepare a schedule of condition
4. Ensure award is in place before starting

Common Pitfalls

• Starting work before notices served
• Assuming verbal agreement is sufficient
• Forgetting about excavation notices