Building Owner
In the context of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, a Building Owner refers to an individual or entity that owns the property where construction or renovation work is planned, affecting a shared or adjoining wall with a neighbouring property. The Building Owner is responsible for initiating the party wall process by serving relevant notice to the Adjoining Owner, informing them of the intended works and seeking their consent.
Matters we can assist you with
Notices
Awards
Expenses
Party Wall London are able to serve notices on your behalf under the specified sections and regulations of the Act.
Providing you with a step by step guidance on how to successfully execute your project when a dissent with a neighbour occurs.
Settle matters of fees between neighbours when use of a party structure is subsequently made by the adjoining owner.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 only becomes invoked once a Party Wall Notice has been served onto the Adjoining Owner(s). The Building Owner has certain responsibilities outlined in the Act, including the obligation to provide notice well in advance of the planned construction, ensuring the Adjoining Owner is aware of the potential impact on the shared structure. It is important to serve the appropriate Notices to the owners of adjacent properties prior to any works commence as Adjoining Owners can apply for an injunction at court, which will force your project to stop. Types of works that are within the scope of the Act and must be notified are: constructions of new walls at the line of junction, alterations to a party wall structure, excavations close to neighbouring properties.
Party Wall London advises Building Owners on all Party Wall matters. Appoint us as your Party Wall Surveyor to receive assistance with such construction works. The Building Owner is vested with specific rights as delineated in the Act, and we will apprise you of these entitlements to empower you to make informed decisions. The Building Owner may appoint a party wall surveyor to oversee the process and address any concerns or disputes that may arise during the party wall procedure. Whilst an appointment of a party wall surveyor becomes necessary when a dispute occurs, most party wall surveyors take on agent roles, handling matters to do with Party Wall Notices on your behalf. Building Owners requesting our involvement during the preliminary stages of your building project will ensure that Party Wall matters are taken into account during the design stage and eliminate issues further down the line.