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Party Wall Services

At SCL Design, we provide expert Party Wall Services to ensure that your building projects comply with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. This legislation is designed to protect property owners when construction work is undertaken near or on a shared property boundary, known as a party wall. Whether you’re extending your property, converting your loft, or carrying out excavation work near a neighbour’s building, serving the correct notices and agreements is critical to avoid disputes.
Our experienced team handles hundreds of party wall consultations and agreements, ensuring smooth communication between property owners and their neighbours. We offer professional guidance through every stage of the process, from issuing notices to resolving disputes. Our expertise helps you avoid delays and ensures that the interests of all parties are protected.

Type A Party Wall
This refers to walls standing on the land of two (or more) owners, and it may include vertical boundaries between properties or walls shared by adjacent buildings. We provide the necessary consultations and notices to ensure that your work on or near these walls complies with the Party Wall Act.
Type B Party Wall
This type of wall stands solely on one owner’s land but is used by two (or more) owners to separate their buildings. For works like loft conversions or building extensions, we’ll ensure that the correct procedures are followed to gain consent from your neighbours.
Party Fence Wall
A Party Fence Wall is not part of a building but sits on the land of different owners, such as a garden wall. We assist in obtaining consent for any work impacting these shared boundaries, including rebuilding or altering the wall.
How it works

Our Process

At SCL Design, we have a structured approach to handling planning appeals, ensuring that all aspects of the process are carefully managed and executed:

Notifying Neighbours

The first step in the party wall process is serving a formal notice to your neighbours at least two months before any planned work. This notice must include details about the construction work and how it might affect the shared wall or boundary. We help draft and issue these notices, ensuring they meet legal requirements.

Consent

Once the notice has been served, your neighbour has 14 days to respond. If your neighbour agrees to the proposed work, they can provide consent. In this case, no further action is required, and you can proceed with the project as planned. We keep track of these deadlines and assist with all required documentation.

Dissent or No Response

If your neighbour dissents (or if they fail to respond within 14 days), a party wall dispute is automatically triggered. At this point, both parties need to appoint a Party Wall Surveyor to resolve the matter and formalise the agreement. If no response is received, a surveyor will still need to be appointed.

Agree on a Party Wall Surveyor

The property owners can choose to appoint a single agreed surveyor or have each party appoint their own surveyor. SCL Design assists with the selection of surveyors who will act impartially and fairly. The surveyor's job is to draw up an official Party Wall Award, which includes details of the work, conditions for its execution, and any additional protections needed for neighbouring properties.
What makes scl Design

Experts in Party Wall Services

SCL Design is recognised for its hundreds of Party Wall consultations and agreements.

Our experienced team understands the importance of maintaining positive relationships with neighbours while ensuring your construction projects proceed smoothly. We offer:

  • Expert knowledge of the Party Wall Act, ensuring your work complies with all regulations.
  • Experienced personnel, familiar with handling party wall disputes across different local authorities.
  • A collaborative approach, working with both property owners to reach fair and timely agreements.
  • Nuanced understanding of building regulations and requirements, ensuring all parties are protected and disputes are avoided.

We Cover

Type A Party Wall

A shared wall between two or more properties, including vertical boundaries.

Type B Party Wall

A wall located on one owner’s land but used by two or more owners to separate their buildings.

Party Fence Wall

A wall not part of a building, standing on the land of different owners, typically separating gardens.

Feel free to contact us with any enquiries about your party wall matters. Our expert team will get in touch with a FREE No Obligation consultation to help you understand your obligations and guide you through the party wall process.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    A party wall is a wall shared by two or more property owners that stands on the boundary between their properties.

    Yes, if you are planning to carry out work that affects a shared wall or boundary, you must follow the Party Wall Act 1996 and serve notice to your neighbours.

    You should serve notice at least two months before any building work starts on the party wall or boundary.

    If no response is received within 14 days, the matter is considered a dispute, and both parties must appoint a surveyor to resolve it.

    The process typically takes between two to three months, depending on the response from your neighbour and the complexity of the project.

    Yes, you can appoint your own surveyor or agree with your neighbour to appoint a single surveyor to represent both parties.

    A Party Wall Award is a legal document prepared by the surveyor(s) outlining the terms and conditions under which the building work can proceed.

    If any damage occurs, the Party Wall Award ensures that it will be covered either by insurance or by an agreement between the parties involved.

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