Our Goal is to Provide Clear Party Wall Advice

 The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 protects both property owners and their neighbours when building work takes place near or on a shared boundary. If you plan to undertake construction that affects a party wall, party structure, or party fence wall, you are legally required to notify adjoining owners. This framework ensures development can proceed while safeguarding the rights of neighbouring properties.

At Structura, we guide you through the Party Wall process with clarity and professionalism, helping you meet your obligations and avoid disputes.

  • Expert guidance to identify which neighbouring properties are affected under the Act
  • Preparation and service of formal Party Wall Notices on your behalf
  • Production of a detailed Schedule of Condition for neighbouring properties
  • Negotiation and agreement of a legally binding Party Wall Award (Agreement)
  • Protection from liability for pre-existing neighbour defects
  • Impartial, Chartered Surveyors acting in accordance with the law

With Structura, you can approach party wall matters with confidence, knowing that every step is handled professionally and in compliance with the law. Our role is to protect your project, your property, and your relationship with neighbours—allowing your development to progress smoothly without unnecessary disputes.

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Frequently asked questions

Straightforward answers to the most common Party Wall questions.
The Party Wall etc. Act can feel complicated, but our role is to make it simple. Here are some of the key questions our clients ask.

Not always. It depends on the type of work you’re doing. If your building work affects a shared boundary, wall, or structure, then notice must be served and, in many cases, an agreement (Award) is required.

If your neighbour does not consent after being served notice, a dispute is deemed to have arisen. In this case, a Party Wall Surveyor (agreed by both sides or one for each party) will prepare a Party Wall Award to resolve the matter fairly.

A Party Wall Award is a legally binding document that sets out the work allowed, how and when it should be carried out, and includes a Schedule of Condition of the adjoining property to protect both owners.

Costs vary depending on the complexity of the project and whether one or two surveyors are appointed. In most cases, the building owner undertaking the works is responsible for surveyor fees.

This would be a breach of the Act. As an adjoining owner, you may be able to seek an injunction to stop the works until proper procedures are followed.