Chasing Party Wall Works: When Structural Alterations Trigger Notifiable Rights Under the Party Wall Act 1996
A single Reddit thread asking "do I need to notify my neighbour before chasing cables into our shared wall?" has been viewed tens of thousands of times — and the answers are almost universally wrong. Chasing Party Wall Works: When Structural Alterations Trigger Notifiable Rights Under the Party Wall Act 1996 is one of the […]
Vetting Chartered Building Surveyors for Party Wall and Expert Witness Roles: 2026 Accreditation Checklist
Google searches for "chartered building surveyor party wall" surged by over 40% in the 12 months leading into 2026 — a clear signal that property owners, solicitors, and developers are increasingly aware that the wrong appointment can derail a project, invalidate a party wall award, or undermine expert witness testimony in court. Vetting Chartered Building […]
Party Wall Helplines and RICS Resources: Essential Support for Surveyors Managing 2026 Disputes
Nearly one in three party wall disputes in England and Wales escalates beyond the initial notice stage — a figure that underscores just how much professional support surveyors need when navigating this complex legal landscape. In 2026, with construction activity rebounding and neighbour relations under increasing strain, Party Wall Helplines and RICS Resources: Essential Support […]
