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Solution
Under the Party Wall Act 1996, if one of your neighbours wishes to build on the boundary between your properties, they should give you notice. Unlike Party Structure Notices, you do not have to consent or dissent. If you do nothing then your neighbour will simply go ahead with the work.
They may, however, have a right to enter onto your property to carry out some of the work.
Obviously you will want to make sure that appropriate steps are taken to safeguard your property from damage. You will need a record of the condition of the premises before work starts.
The Act provides that you can appoint a surveyor. He or she will take the appropriate steps to ensure that your rights are protected.
As a first step you can telephone either Tony Kay or Dianne Green on 0114 276 7074 to discuss the position as it specifically applies to your property.
Your surveyor’s fee will normally be paid by your neighbour.
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