Party Wall Award Service – Party Wall Surveyors | Divaar
What is a Party Wall Award?
A Party Wall Award (sometimes referred to as a Party Wall Agreement) is a legally binding document prepared by appointed surveyor(s) under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 where a dispute has arisen.
The Award regulates how and when notifiable works may be carried out and provides protection for both the Building Owner and the Adjoining Owner.
When is a Party Wall Award required?
A Party Wall Award is required where:
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An Adjoining Owner dissents to a Party Wall Notice
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No response is received within the statutory notice period
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Surveyors are appointed under the Act
The Award must be served before notifiable works commence.
What does a Party Wall Award include?
A Party Wall Award typically includes:
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Details of the proposed works
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Rights and responsibilities of both owners
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Construction methodology and protective measures
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Access arrangements under the Act
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A Schedule of Condition
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Procedures for dealing with damage or variation
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Surveyors’ fees and related matters
How is a Party Wall Award agreed?
An Award may be prepared by:
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An Agreed Surveyor acting for both owners, or
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Two surveyors (one appointed by each owner), with provision for a Third Surveyor if required
Once served, the Award is legally binding, subject to the statutory right of appeal.
Why is a Party Wall Award important?
A properly prepared Party Wall Award:
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Provides legal certainty before works commence
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Reduces the likelihood of dispute during construction
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Sets out clear procedures if issues arise
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Protects the interests of all parties involved
How we can help
We can act as:
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Agreed Surveyor, or
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Building Owner’s Surveyor, or
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Adjoining Owner’s Surveyor
We will:
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Prepare clear, fair, and legally robust Awards
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Ensure full compliance with the Act
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Seek to resolve matters efficiently and professionally
Our aim is to allow works to proceed lawfully, transparently, and with confidence.
Related Services
Party Wall Awards commonly follow: