When construction works trigger the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, issues around “making good” any damage caused can quickly become contentious—particularly when it comes to aesthetic reinstatement. One...
If your neighbour is carrying out building works and you’ve been told that your gutter—or any other rainwater fitting—needs to be removed as part of the process, you might wonder: “Can they really ...
Retrofitting gallows brackets into historic buildings presents a unique set of challenges. Many older masonry walls—particularly those constructed with lime mortar—simply aren’t suited to modern an...
Surveying a Historic Gem in Orme Square, W2: Damp, Roofs, and Drones in Prime London We recently had the privilege of conducting a Level 3+ building survey on a prestigious residence in Orme...
One of the more nuanced aspects of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 lies in interpreting the phrase “making use” of a party wall, especially under Section 11(11). This provision comes into play when a ...
The Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA 2022) introduced a game-changing extension to the limitation period for claims under the Defective Premises Act 1972 (DPA 1972). Specifically, it allows for...
The Building Safety Act 2022 (BSA 2022) has ushered in some of the most significant reforms to building safety and liability in recent memory. Among its most notable changes is the dramatic...
At Tayross Chartered Building Surveyors, we recently undertook a Schedule of Dilapidations response on behalf of a commercial tenant occupying a large, historic property in a high-profile London...
Introduction If you're planning to carry out building works that fall under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996—such as excavating near a neighbour’s property or building on or near a shared bou...
Introduction Basement conversions and other structural works near shared boundaries are becoming increasingly common, especially in densely populated urban areas like London. These types of...
What Are the Benefits of Using an Agreed Surveyor? When dealing with construction work near or on a shared boundary, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 requires that the interests of both the...
As a building owner, the prospect of carrying out construction work near or affecting a neighbour's property can be exciting. Whether it's a small renovation, an extension, or even the...
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