Party Wall etc. Act 1996 - explanatory booklet
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Explains how the Act may affect someone who either wishes to carry out work covered by the Act (the building owner) or receives notification under the Act of proposed adjacent work (the adjoining owner). Looks at what the act covers, what is a party wall and includes FAQs and example letters.
History
Supersedes 2013 edition. First published 2007
ISBN
9781409848363
Subjects
- Building structure
- Party walls
- Walls/masonry/cavity walls
Publisher History
Now known as the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. The Department for Communities and Local Government is a UK Government department that works to create thriving, sustainable, vibrant communities that improve everyone's quality of life. This includes housing, improving public services, regeneration, sustainability and the prevention of anti-social behaviour. They were formerly known as the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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