Example Party Wall Structure Notice

The Party Wall Act etc 1996 requires a notice of any proposed works to be served on an adjoining owner. This example Party Wall Structure Notice shows the type of works information that may be included in a party wall notice, together with explanatory notes on what is needed to complete one.

What happens if the adjoining owner does not consent

If the adjoining owner does not consent to the notice within a period of fourteen days, they are deemed to have dissented and a dispute is deemed to have arisen. The dispute is then resolved by an agreed surveyor, or by two surveyors and a third, whose award can determine the right to carry out the works.

The adjoining owner cannot veto the works, but they must not begin until the adjoining owner has consented or an award has been made under section 10.

Making it easier for the adjoining owner to consent

To make the process as easy as possible for an adjoining neighbour to consent to any proposed works, it is recommended that a pre-populated acknowledgment is served with the notice. They then simply need to sign, date and return the acknowledgment, and this provides the formal written agreement required under the Act. An example acknowledgment is also available.

Using this example notice

This Example Party Wall Structure Notice is for reference purposes only. You are advised to seek advice from your legal adviser or a party wall surveyor, and to check the Government's Party Wall Act explanatory booklet, to ensure the latest requirements for party wall agreements are met and that the format of any notices is in line with any updates to the Act.

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