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Party walls are common in the United Kingdom and Europe. They are often constructed to keep buildings from leaning into one another during earthquakes. They can also serve a functional purpose such as stopping noise pollution, or providing privacy between buildings. They can be constructed of many materials like brick, steel, concrete, or rock.
Your party wall agreement is the legal document that safeguards both you and your neighbors from any disputes arising from a shared party wall. It is important to have this in place before you start any building work.
If you are intending to carry out building works that fall within the Party Wall Act or have received a Party Wall notice, contact our team for assistance. Our experts at Signature Buildings can offer advice or assistance with your party wall agreement.
The Party Wall Act?
The Party Wall Act 1996 provides a statutory framework to regulate the construction of boundary walls between adjoining properties.
In order to avoid disputes, it is important that you understand the Act and take appropriate steps to ensure compliance with its provisions. Party Wall legislation applies in England and Wales. It does not apply in Scotland or Northern Ireland.
It is a requirement for both the building owner and the adjoining owner's consent (in writing) before any work can be carried out on a party wall. This consent must be obtained before any work commences on site, even if it is for remedial work only.
What is a Party Wall?
A party wall is a shared wall that separates two buildings. They can also be floors that separate flats called party structures. There are a number of construction-related activities that require a party wall agreement, for example:
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