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Your Rights as a Neighbour Under the Party Wall Act — What the Law Actually Protects
When a neighbour starts planning building work, it’s normal to worry about noise, damage or how the work might affect your home. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 exists to give you protection — and it’s much stronger than many people realise. Here’s what the law actually gives you as an adjoining owner: You have the right to receive proper notice Your neighbour must serve a valid Party Wall Notice before any qualifying works start. If it doesn’t meet the requirements set out in t
Dylan Ferreiro
Nov 242 min read
The Most Common Party Wall Mistakes Homeowners Make — And How to Avoid Them
When planning building works, most homeowners want to do everything correctly… yet some of the most common Party Wall issues come from simple misunderstandings.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is designed to protect you, but only when it’s followed properly.
RWS
Nov 242 min read
Why a Schedule of Condition Protects You — Even for Small Projects
When building work is planned, a Schedule of Condition is one of the most valuable protections available to both building owners and neighbours — yet it’s often overlooked, especially for smaller projects.
RWS
Nov 241 min read
What To Do When Your Neighbour Starts Building Works
If your neighbour has mentioned building work — or you’ve just received a Party Wall Notice — it’s completely normal to feel unsure about what to do next. The important thing to remember is that you have clear rights and protections under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
RWS
Nov 242 min read
Understanding the Party Wall Act — A Simple Guide for Homeowners
Planning building work at home is exciting — but it also comes with responsibilities. One of the most common sources of confusion for homeowners is the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
RWS
Nov 241 min read
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Your Rights as a Neighbour Under the Party Wall Act — What the Law Actually Protects
When a neighbour starts planning building work, it’s normal to worry about noise, damage or how the work might affect your home. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 exists to give you protection — and it’s much stronger than many people realise. Here’s what the law actually gives you as an adjoining owner: You have the right to receive proper notice Your neighbour must serve a valid Party Wall Notice before any qualifying works start. If it doesn’t meet the requirements set out in t
The Most Common Party Wall Mistakes Homeowners Make — And How to Avoid Them
When planning building works, most homeowners want to do everything correctly… yet some of the most common Party Wall issues come from simple misunderstandings.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 is designed to protect you, but only when it’s followed properly.
Why a Schedule of Condition Protects You — Even for Small Projects
When building work is planned, a Schedule of Condition is one of the most valuable protections available to both building owners and neighbours — yet it’s often overlooked, especially for smaller projects.
What To Do When Your Neighbour Starts Building Works
If your neighbour has mentioned building work — or you’ve just received a Party Wall Notice — it’s completely normal to feel unsure about what to do next. The important thing to remember is that you have clear rights and protections under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
Understanding the Party Wall Act — A Simple Guide for Homeowners
Planning building work at home is exciting — but it also comes with responsibilities. One of the most common sources of confusion for homeowners is the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
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