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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.
Can You Start Building Work Without a Party Wall Agreement?
Friday, 26th June 2026 | by: Peter Barry
In some cases, you may be able to start building work without a party wall agreement. But if your work falls under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, you should not start building without following the correct process. If the Act applies and you proceed without serving notice, your neighbour may take legal action. This can delay your project or even stop it completely. In this guide, we ...
In some cases, you may be able to start building work without a party wall agreement. But if your work falls under the Party ...
Boundary Wall vs Party Wall: What’s the Difference?
Friday, 26th June 2026 | by: Peter Barry
In simple terms, a boundary wall marks the edge of your land, while a party wall is shared between two properties and may be ...
What happens if you don’t have a party wall agreement?
Friday, 26th June 2026 | by: Peter Barry
If your building work falls under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996, and you do not follow the correct process, it can cause ...
Do You Need a Party Wall Agreement for a Conservatory?
Friday, 26th June 2026 | by: Peter Barry
In some cases, you may need a party wall agreement for a conservatory project. Most conservatories involve new foundations, ...
Do I Need a Party Wall Agreement for Chimney Breast Removal?
Friday, 26th June 2026 | by: Peter Barry
If you are removing a chimney breast attached to a shared wall, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 will apply. This is because the ...
Do You Need a Party Wall Agreement for Loft Conversions?
Friday, 26th June 2026 | by: Peter Barry
If your loft conversion involves structural work to a shared wall, you will need to follow the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 ...
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 ...
