PARTY WALL CHECKER
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If you are planning a home extension, loft conversion, or structural alterations in Essex, figuring out your legal obligations under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 can feel overwhelming. Failing to serve valid legal notices at the right time can completely stall your build or lead to costly disputes with your neighbours. We built this quick, interactive party wall checker to give homeowners a clearer idea.
Answer a few simple questions about your project to see if your upcoming construction work could be notifiable.
The Bottom Line
If our checker indicates that your building project may contain notifiable work under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, it generally falls under one of three distinct categories defined in the Act.
First, Section 1 applies if you are constructing a brand-new wall directly on or astride a boundary line. Second, Section 2 covers works to an existing shared structure. Finally, Section 6 governs adjacent excavations, which is the most common trigger for residential extensions. Read our FAQ
As specialist party wall surveyors covering the South East of England, and across the South East, we can assist you. Getting your notices right the first time protects your property, preserves neighborly goodwill, and keeps your construction timeline firmly on track.