In an earlier contribution to this discussion,
Phöènix mindyouownbusiness wrote:

I thought this may be a good place to get some response to my
concerns over some work my new neighbour is having done.

I live in an end of terrace. The house next door has been bought
recently and is subject to extensive renovation. I was concerned
about some banging on the party wall and have just come back from
looking at what is occurring.

I found that amongst other work the a chimney breast in one room (not
my party wall) has been removed. On further investigation I found
that the young lad (non-english speaking which doesn't help) was
attempting something similar in a room which shares a party wall and
stack with my property.

I have brought a temporary stop to the work while awaiting the owner
to contact me.

Anyone been in a similar situation or have sensible advice about the
best way to proceed with this. I have no desire to get off on the
wrong foot with my new neighbour but obviously I can't allow work to
continue until I am sure it is safe, which at the moment I am
convinced it is not.

I have taken a quick look at some relevant docs and I would assume
this work comes under both the Party wall act 1996 and also requires
building control authorization.

Comments and advice welcomed.


Head off down to to your local council offices - as soon as they re-open
after the holiday - and have a word with one of the Building Control
Officers. They'll tell you what needs to be done - and will also take a
direct interest if the relevant building regs notification hasn't been given
by the new owner.
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Cheers,
Set Square
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