As a building owner undertaking construction work covered by the Party Wall etc Act 1996, you are typically responsible for the fees associated with party wall surveying services. These fees cover the surveyor’s expertise in ensuring compliance with the Act, preparing necessary documentation, and facilitating a smooth process.
For adjoining owners, we understand the importance of peace of mind during construction activities next door. Rest assured, the expenses related to your party wall surveyor are covered by the building owner. This means you can engage a qualified surveyor to represent your interests without incurring any direct costs.
A property owner serves a formal document, known as a Party Wall Notice, to inform the owners of neighboring properties about planned construction or renovation work that may impact a party wall or structure. The notice is a key element of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996.
This is a legal requirement under the Party Wall Act etc. 1996.
Served to adjoining owners affected by the proposed works.
Notice should be served for a specific period before the intended start date of the construction work
Contents typically includes details of the proposed works, start date and details about the party wall affected
Management of responses: consent/dissent/no response
A Schedule of Condition is a detailed document that provides a comprehensive record of the condition of a property or a part of a property at a specific point in time. This document is often prepared by a surveyor or a building professional and includes description as evidence of the existing state of the property.
In the context of party wall disputes, a Schedule of Condition can be prepared for the neighboring properties to document their existing condition before construction work begins.
To supplement the written description, a Schedule of Condition typically includes visual documentation, such as photographs or videos. These visuals provide a clear and unambiguous record of the property’s condition.
Schedules of Condition can have legal significance. In the context of party wall disputes, for example, they can be referenced in Party Wall Awards to determine liability for any damage that may occur during construction.
The Party Wall Award is a legally binding document that is prepared and served by party wall surveyors to resolve disputes. The purpose of the award is to set out the rights and responsibilities of the building owner (the one carrying out the construction work) and the adjoining owner(s) concerning the party wall or structure affected by the proposed works.
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Each party’s rights and responsibilities, including details such as the nature and scope of the works, working hours, access arrangements, and any necessary protective measures, are outlined in this document.
It provides a formal and enforceable framework for how the construction work will proceed, aiming to protect the interests of all parties involved
Typically an award specifies a timeframe within which the construction work must be completed.
Failure to comply with the terms of the Party Wall Award can have legal consequences. All parties involved in the project must adhere to the award.
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