Category: Neighbours & Disputes

How the Party Wall Act Protects Both Building Owners and Neighbours

Understanding your rights and responsibilities under the Act helps projects proceed smoothly while protecting both properties from unnecessary risk or dispute. This guide explains what each side is entitled to, what obligations apply, and how the process works in practice.

How to Avoid Party Wall Disputes

Building projects don’t have to create tension with neighbours. Here’s how to minimise the risk of disputes and keep your project running smoothly.

What To Do If Your Neighbour Dissents

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Your project isn’t stopped. Dissent simply activates the formal Party Wall procedure, requiring surveyor involvement and a Party Wall Award before works begin. This guide explains what happens next and how the process protects both parties.