In the world of property boundaries and structural work, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 serves as a fundamental guide for homeowners, surveyors, and builders. One of the critical questions that...
If you're planning construction or renovation works that might affect a shared wall, boundary, or involve excavation near a neighbouring property, it’s important to understand the timing required f...
When undertaking construction or excavation work near a neighbouring property, it's essential to be aware of the legal obligations set out in the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Under Section 6(1) of...
In UK construction contracts, the terms "PC Sum" (Prime Cost Sum) and "Provisional Sum" are used to allocate budgets for certain parts of a project. While both deal with uncertainties, they serve...
1. Q: What is the Party Wall etc. Act 1996? A: It is legislation that provides a framework for preventing and resolving disputes in relation to party walls, boundary walls, and excavations...
In England, the responsibility for maintaining and repairing a retaining wall can be a complicated issue, often dependent on ownership of the wall and the land it retains. Property owners should...
Non-compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 can result in significant financial, legal, and criminal consequences for building owners, accountable persons, and other parties responsible for...
If you're planning alterations to your flat within a building development, securing a Licence to Alter from the freeholder is essential. This formal agreement grants permission for specific works...
In the UK, 'T' marks on deeds maps are a common way to indicate responsibility for boundary features such as fences, walls, and hedges. These marks help property owners understand who is...
The Building Safety Act 2022 was introduced to improve safety standards in high-rise residential buildings across the UK. In response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy, the Act aims to clarify who is...
When it comes to assessing whether an 18-metre tall building complies with the Building Safety Act 2022 in the London area, the person conducting the inspection must have the appropriate...
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, when works are notified under Section 2, which pertains to work on a party wall (such as cutting into, raising, or rebuilding it), the adjoining owner does not...
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