Party Wall & Neighbourly Matters
Clear, impartial guidance through the Party Wall process
For building owners and neighbours across London, led by Rudy Fattal MRICS — acting for building owners, for adjoining owners, and as agreed surveyor.
For building owners and neighbours across London, led by Rudy Fattal MRICS — acting for building owners, for adjoining owners, and as agreed surveyor.
Building work that affects a shared wall or a neighbouring property is often governed by the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. The Act sets out a formal process designed to let works proceed while protecting the interests of neighbouring owners. The process can seem complex, but it follows a clear structure. Our role is to guide you through it correctly and proportionately — whether you're planning works or you're the neighbour affected by them.
We advise on boundaries, including determining and clarifying boundary positions, boundary dispute advice, and expert input on contested boundary matters where required. Where a boundary matter becomes a formal dispute, this can connect with our expert witness work.
Provides a clear factual record of a property's finishes. These can be prepared both in a party wall context as well as in cases where works are not notifiable under the Party Wall Act 1996 and for lease purposes.
If your works are covered by the Act, yes — notice must be served on affected neighbours before works begin. We can advise whether your project is covered and serve the notices for you.
You don't have to simply accept it. We can act for you as the adjoining owner, review what's proposed, and make sure your interests are properly protected through the process.
Where both parties are willing, a single impartial surveyor can be appointed to act for both, which can make a straightforward matter quicker and more cost-effective. Rudy acts in this capacity where appropriate.
For a quotation or to discuss your matter, contact the practice.