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Where am I in the party wall process?

Arriving halfway through the process? Use the stage you are at to find the next useful step.
Clear, practical guidanceThis article is written for adjoining owners. For advice about your own notice, award or neighbour’s works, speak to Coburns Party Wall.
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I have just received a notice

Check what work is being notified, what drawings came with it, the response deadline and whether you understand the options.

I am deciding whether to appoint a surveyor

Assess the proposed surveyor, ask about fees and approach, and decide whether one agreed surveyor or two appointments are appropriate.

I have received an award

Read the operative clauses carefully. Concentrate on what the award permits, what protections it requires and what you need to know before work starts.

The work has started

Monitor matters that genuinely affect your property or rights. Do not try to manage the whole building project.

Damage has appeared

Prioritise safety, evidence, prompt communication and inspection before arguing about cause or cost.

Key takeaway

Identify your stage first. The right advice becomes much easier to find.

This page provides general information about the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and common practice. It is not legal advice and does not replace advice on the facts of a particular matter.