Having assisted in many thousands of party wall matters, the team at Coburns Party Wall are firmly of the opinion that property owners, as consumers of party wall surveying services, would be better served if they had at least a basic understanding of party wall law and practice before placing their trust in a surveyor.
Even a basic level of knowledge could go a long way toward avoiding the many pitfalls of the Act and its administration, helping owners comply with their legal obligations while minimising the associated costs and risks.
We have therefore produced a handy quick reference guide, which you should keep in a safe place for reference when required. A five-minute read as and when the need arises could save you a lot of time and trouble.
The guide is aimed at anyone who needs to know more about the Act and its administration, including property owners, investors, managers, designers, builders, solicitors and, of course, other surveyors.