by Altitude Internet | Mar 30, 2026 | Uncategorised
The Schedule of Condition is one of those parts of the party wall process that doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. It’s not as immediately visible as the notice or the Award, but in terms of practical protection for both the building owner and...
by Altitude Internet | Mar 27, 2026 | Uncategorised
This is a question we get asked with some regularity, and it deserves an honest answer. The short version is that you can legally serve a Party Wall Notice yourself. There’s nothing in the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 that requires a surveyor to prepare or serve the...
by Altitude Internet | Mar 26, 2026 | Uncategorised
Starting a building project is exciting. Planning the layout, choosing materials, imagining the finished result, it’s a process most homeowners genuinely enjoy. What tends to get overlooked, however, is the legal groundwork that needs to happen before a single...
by Altitude Internet | Mar 25, 2026 | Uncategorised
Most people entering the party wall process are familiar with the term “Party Wall Award” before they fully understand what one actually is. It sounds formal, almost like a prize, but it is in fact a legally binding document that dictates how notifiable...
by Altitude Internet | Mar 23, 2026 | Uncategorised
Loft conversions are one of the most popular home improvement projects in the UK, and for good reason. They unlock additional living space without sacrificing the garden, typically add significant value to the property, and are often more straightforward to plan than...
by Altitude Internet | Mar 20, 2026 | Uncategorised
Planning a home extension is one of the most significant investments a homeowner makes, both financially and in terms of disruption. There’s a lot to coordinate: architects, planning permission, structural engineers, builders. Somewhere in that list, the Party...
by Altitude Internet | Mar 19, 2026 | Uncategorised
Cost is almost always the first question we’re asked when a homeowner gets in touch about party wall matters. It’s a reasonable thing to want to understand upfront. Building projects are expensive, timelines are tight, and the party wall process can feel...
by Altitude Internet | Mar 17, 2026 | Uncategorised
Of all the building projects we advise on at ALD Surveying, basement conversions and deep excavations consistently generate the most questions and, when handled incorrectly, the most disputes. The combination of significant structural intervention, proximity to...
by Altitude Internet | Mar 16, 2026 | Uncategorised
The phrase “party wall dispute” tends to conjure images of feuding neighbours and costly court proceedings. The reality, in most cases, is considerably more straightforward. The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 contains its own built-in dispute resolution...
by Altitude Internet | Mar 12, 2026 | Uncategorised
The moment a party wall dispute is triggered, whether through a formal dissent or a neighbour’s silence, the question of surveyor appointment arises. Building owners are often presented with a choice they don’t fully understand: appoint a single agreed...
