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If a neighbour has served you with a party wall notice, you have 14 days to respond in writing. You can consent, or dissent and appoint a surveyor. Where the work is only for your neighbour's benefit, they normally pay the reasonable costs of your surveyor.
What happens after a notice arrives
A party wall notice tells you that a neighbour plans work covered by the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, such as cutting into a shared wall, building on the boundary or digging foundations near your property.
You can consent in writing, or dissent. If you dissent, or do not reply within 14 days, surveyors are appointed. You can agree to share the building owner's surveyor as an agreed surveyor, or appoint your own to act for you.
A surveyor records the condition of your property before work starts and agrees an award setting out how the work will be carried out. They will confirm how the Act applies to your situation.
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Common questions
How long do I have to respond to a party wall notice?
You have 14 days from the date the notice was served to respond in writing. If you do not respond, a dispute is treated as having arisen and surveyors are appointed.
Who pays for my party wall surveyor?
Where the work is only for the building owner's benefit, the building owner normally pays the reasonable costs of the adjoining owner's surveyor as well as their own.
Should I consent or dissent?
That is your decision. Consenting means no award is needed. Dissenting leads to surveyors agreeing an award. A surveyor can explain what each means for your property before you reply.
What if my 14 days have already passed?
A dispute is treated as having arisen, and surveyors will need to be appointed. You can still appoint a surveyor to act for you.
What does a schedule of condition do?
It records the condition of your property, usually with dated photos and notes, before work starts. It helps show whether any damage was caused by the work.
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