Party Wall Agreement to Remove a Chimney Breast Southwick

Planning to remove a chimney that adjoins a neighbour’s property in Southwick?

You’ll likely need a Party Wall Agreement under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Chimney removals—especially on semi-detached or terraced homes—can affect a shared wall, making it a legal requirement to notify adjoining owners.

At Faulkner Surveyors, we help you navigate this process smoothly, ensuring your work is fully compliant and your neighbours’ rights are respected.

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Can My Neighbour Stop Me from Remove a Chimney Breast Southwick?

If you want to remove a chimney breast Southwick and it is on a shared (party) wall, your neighbour can say no or ask for some more time. But they can not stop you from doing the work without a good reason.

Under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you need to give a Party Wall Notice before you start any building work that could change a wall you share with someone else. This helps to make sure there is no problem between you and the other person later.

Your neighbour then has the right to:

You can say yes to the work.
Or you can say no and choose a Party Wall Surveyor.

If they do not agree, a Party Wall Award must be agreed before work can begin. This legal agreement makes sure the work is safe and fair for both sides.

At Faulkner Surveyors, we help people who own homes in Southwick handle chimney breast removals the right way. We make sure you avoid legal trouble and keep your project moving smoothly.

Who Notifies the Neighbour—Me or the Surveyor?

If you’re remove a chimney breast Southwick and the work affects a shared or party wall, the law requires you to notify your neighbour under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. The responsibility to serve the notice lies with you as the building owner.

However, while you can serve the Party Wall Notice yourself, many homeowners prefer to appoint a qualified Party Wall Surveyor to manage the process.

Why? Because serving the notice requires:

Legal accuracy and proper format
A clear description of the works involved
Timely delivery (usually at least 2 months in advance)

If the notice is incomplete or incorrect, it can be challenged, which may delay your project.

At Faulkner Surveyors, we take care of everything for you:

Drafting and serving the notice
Communicating with your neighbour
Handling objections or disputes
Preparing a Party Wall Award if required

This ensures your chimney breast removal is fully compliant and avoids unnecessary setbacks.

What Happens If I Skip the Party Wall Notice?

If you’re remove a chimney breast Southwick and you skip the Party Wall Notice, you’re taking a major legal and financial risk—especially if the work affects a shared or adjoining wall.

Here’s what could happen:

Your neighbour can apply for a court injunction to stop the work immediately. This can delay your project and lead to legal costs.

You may be liable for damage to your neighbour’s property—even if the work is minor—because there’s no official record of the original condition.

You’ll still need a Party Wall Award to continue, but it may cost more and take longer if started after a dispute.

At Faulkner Surveyors, we help Southwick homeowners avoid these risks by managing the Party Wall process from start to finish—legally, correctly, and without stress.

When Should I Appoint a Party Wall Surveyor?

If you’re planning on remove a chimney breast Southwick, you should appoint a Party Wall Surveyor as soon as you’ve finalised your building plans—ideally, before serving any Party Wall Notices.

Here’s why early appointment helps:

At Faulkner Surveyors, we recommend getting in touch at least two months before your planned start date.

This gives enough time for notices, responses, and—if needed—a Party Wall Award to be agreed without holding up your project.