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When Do You Need to Serve a Party Wall Notice?

You need to serve a Party Wall Notice if you intend to undertake any of the following construction work that may affect the shared wall(s), boundary or structure in St Helens:

• Work on an existing party wall or boundary wall
• Excavation within three to six meters of a neighbouring building, depending on the depth of the excavation
• Building a new wall on the boundary line
• Any other work that may affect the structural integrity of the shared wall(s), boundary or structure

What Happens If You Don’t Serve a Party Wall Notice?

If you don’t serve a Party Wall Notice before starting construction work that may affect the shared wall(s), boundary or structure, you may be in breach of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Your neighbour(s) may take legal action against you, which can be costly and time-consuming. They may also seek an injunction to stop the work until you serve the notice.

Advantages of Serving a Party Wall Notice

Serving a Party Wall Notice has several advantages, including:

• Avoiding legal disputes with your neighbour(s)
• Protecting your interests and those of your neighbour(s) during the construction work
• Ensuring that the construction work complies with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996
• Minimising the risk of damage to your property or your neighbour(s) property during the construction work

Conclusion

If you have planning permission for your construction work, you may still need to serve a Party Wall Notice before starting the work. Serving a Party Wall Notice is a legal requirement under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 and is necessary to protect your interests and those of your neighbour(s) during the construction work. If you have any questions or concerns about Party Wall matters, Faulkners St Helens provides expert guidance and advice to help you navigate through the process.