When advising a Building Owner constructing a rear extension adjacent to an existing rear extension of an Adjoining Owner, several key considerations must be addressed under the Party Wall etc....
The grandeur of London’s historic terraces brings beauty and charm to the capital but also unique challenges when construction or development works are involved. Recently, I had the pleasure of m...
In the UK, if you intend to remove your side of a shared chimney stack at roof level, you are required to follow the procedures outlined in the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. This Act mandates that you...
Security of expenses, under the Party Wall Act, is essentially a form of financial protection for the adjoining owner (the neighbour who might be affected by construction work). When someone...
Over the past 200 years, London’s architectural landscape has evolved through several distinct periods, each characterised by unique styles and influences. Here’s an overview of these per...
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, if you serve a notice on your neighbour (adjoining owner) and they fail to respond within 14 days, this is considered a “deemed dissent.” The Act has a clear mec...
Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, if a building owner wishes to build a dormer at the rear of their property and plans to raise part of the party wall, the rights and obligations of both parties...
Under the UK’s permitted development rights, the size of your garden does influence the allowable size of a rear extension for a terraced property. Key considerations include: • Coverage Lim...
Yes, you can claim adverse possession of land if you meet specific legal criteria, which generally include the following: Key Requirements for Adverse Possession: 1. Exclusive...
When it comes to protecting trees in the UK, understanding the distinctions between Conservation Area trees and Tree Preservation Order (TPO) trees is essential. Both provide safeguards for trees,...
When undertaking building works that may impact a shared party wall or boundary, one of the questions that often arises is whether you can appoint your own Party Wall Surveyor as an "Agreed...
Serving your own Party Wall Notice might seem like a cost-effective option, especially with the availability of free templates online. However, this approach often leads to complications and...
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