main content Party walls advice

If you live in a semi-detached or terrace house you share a wall (or walls) with your neighbour - that is known as the party wall. It separates buildings belonging to different owners.

If you wish to carry out any work on a Party Wall the information below should help you:

• The Party Wall Act 1996 – Owner’s duties
• The Party Wall Act 1996 – Adjoining Owner’s rights