The Importance of Proper EWS Inspections The necessity of thorough and compliant External Wall System (EWS) inspections has been underscored once again by recent revelations regarding invalid...
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 plays a crucial role in managing disputes between building owners and adjoining owners when construction work affects shared walls or boundaries. One common question...
A Type B party wall (also known as a party wall on a line of junction) is one that stands entirely on the adjoining owner’s land but has been used or is capable of being used by the building owner ...
If the Adjoining Owner (AO) needs to perform work that involves weathering over the top of a Type B party wall to protect it from elements like rain or environmental damage, this scenario would...
In the scenario where it's impossible to effectively raise a new wall adjacent to a Type B party wall without access onto the Adjoining Owner's land, access rights under the Party Wall etc. Act...
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, Sections 2 and 6 outline different circumstances and rights concerning works on a party wall or adjacent excavations and constructions. Both sections provide...
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, when a Building Owner plans to construct a wall along the boundary line (known as the “line of junction”) and encounters existing services (such as pipes, cab...
Entering into a commercial lease is a significant commitment, and understanding the property's condition before signing is crucial. A Schedule of Condition (SoC) serves as a detailed record of the...
Type B party walls are walls that are situated wholly on one owner's land but are used by two (or more) owners to separate their buildings. Under Section 2(2)(a) of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996,...
When undertaking party wall works, one of the key legal considerations is whether access to a neighbour’s land is required. While there is no statutory notice period to commence works under the P...
When concerns arise regarding my independence as a professional witness in neighbour disputes, it is important to clarify my role and responsibilities. As a chartered professional accredited by...
Tayross Associates Ltd. (Chartered Building Surveyors) recently acted on behalf of a freeholder in Leinster Square, W2, concerning the construction of a retaining wall at the rear of the property....
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