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Welcome to Peter Barry’s blog posts. You’ll find a range of topics focussing on issues that are important to our clients where we try to answer the questions that we regularly get asked.
Party Walls Explained
Friday, 27th March 2026 | by: Peter Barry
In this guide, we’re going to explain exactly what a party wall is and when the law applies. We deal with party wall matters across London every week, and most disputes start because people misunderstand this one point. So if you are planning building work or you have received a notice from your neighbour, you are in the right place. Let’s break it down clearly. What is a Party ...
In this guide, we’re going to explain exactly what a party wall is and when the law applies. We deal with party wall ...
Party Wall Agreements Explained
Friday, 27th March 2026 | by: Peter Barry
In this guide, we’re going to explain exactly what a party wall agreement is, when you need one, and what it actually ...
What Does a Party Wall Surveyor Do?
Friday, 27th March 2026 | by: Peter Barry
In this guide, we’re going to explain exactly what a party wall surveyor does and when you actually need one. Many ...
Can Neighbours Refuse a Party Wall Agreement?
Friday, 27th March 2026 | by: Peter Barry
Yes, a neighbour can refuse to consent to a party wall notice. However, this doesn’t automatically stop your building ...
Who Appoints a Party Wall Surveyor?
Friday, 27th March 2026 | by: Peter Barry
If a dispute arises under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, a party wall surveyor must be appointed to resolve the ...
A Guide to Serving a Party Wall Notice
Friday, 27th March 2026 | by: Peter Barry
If your building work falls within the scope of the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you must notify your affected ...
Can I Do a Party Wall Agreement Myself?
Friday, 27th March 2026 | by: Peter Barry
If you’re planning building work, you might be tempted to undertake the party wall process yourself. And while in some situations, you can manage parts of the process without appointing a surveyor, you can’t do the entire process yourself. In this beginner’s guide, we’ll show you what you can and can’t do during the party wall process, and when you will need a party wall surveyor ...
If you’re planning building work, you might be tempted to undertake the party wall process yourself. And while in some ...
Does ChatGPT Know More Than Your Party Wall Surveyor?
Friday, 27th February 2026 | by: Matthew Price
AI tools are becoming many homeowners' first port of call when they receive a party wall notice. That's understandable — ...
Rear Extensions and the Party Wall Act
Friday, 20th February 2026 | by: Peter Barry
This is a follow up to a recent post covering loft conversions and specifically which aspects of the work fall within the ...
Loft Conversions and The Party Wall Act
Monday, 9th February 2026 | by: Peter Barry
Loft conversions and rear extension are the most common type of party wall related works that we assist owners with. I ...
