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When and how to tell neighbours about building works on party walls, what to do if you've been notified of works, how to come to an agreement
You must tell your neighbours if you want to carry out any building work…
You must tell your neighbour if you want to: build on or at the boundary…
You must give notice to your neighbour between 2 months and a year before…
Once you’ve given notice your neighbour can: give consent in writing…
You must appoint a surveyor if you and your neighbour cannot agree. You…
When carrying out building works you must: avoid causing unnecessary…
This guidance aims to explain how the provisions of the existing HS2 Acts and expected future HS2 legislation interacts with the Party Walls Act 1996.
Information on carrying out building work under the Party Wall etc Act 1996, or what to do if your neighbour tells you they're about to carry out work.
What you must do to get paid for this action and advice on how to do it.
Find out about eligibility and requirements for the stone wall supplement - difficult sites item.
Divisional letter dated 18 June 2013 about the publication of a revised edition of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 explanatory booklet.
The giant silhouettes of soldiers have been used to create a new public art installation in Wiltshire to inform and educate the public about the dangers of accessing military land.
This circular draws attention to the electronic transmission of notices and documents under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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