Party wall notices
We draft and serve Section 1, 2 and 6 notices that are accurate, complete and properly served.
- Free initial consultation
- 5.0 from 15 Google reviews
In short
We identify which sections of the Act apply, find every owner who needs to be served (freeholders and leaseholders), draft the notices with the right drawings, serve them correctly and keep proof of service. We follow up on non-responses so your timetable doesn't slip.
What's included
- Review of your drawings to identify Section 1, 2 and 6 work
- Land Registry checks to identify all adjoining owners
- Notices, acknowledgement forms and a plain-English covering letter
- Service by hand, post or email (where agreed)
- Follow-up letters and the 10-day request under section 10(4) if needed
Notice periods at a glance
| Notice | When it applies | Minimum notice | Neighbour's reply window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section 1 line of junction | New wall on or astride the boundary | 1 month | 14 days |
| Section 2 party structure | Work to an existing party wall, floor or structure | 2 months | 14 days |
| Section 6 adjacent excavation | Digging within 3 m or 6 m of a neighbour's building, below its foundations | 1 month | 14 days |
Talk to your neighbours first
A friendly conversation before the notice lands makes consent far more likely. We provide a short explanatory letter that you can hand over with the notice.
What clients say
We recently used Manchester Party Wall Surveyors for a home extension in Levenshulme and couldn’t be happier with the service. They were prompt, professional, and made the whole process really straightforward. All the notices and paperwork were handled efficiently, and communication was excellent throughout. Would highly recommend to anyone needing party wall support in the area.
Common questions
Can I serve the notice by email?
Only if the neighbour has agreed to receive notices electronically. Otherwise serve by hand or post.
What if I don't know who owns the neighbouring property?
We check HM Land Registry. Where an owner can't be found, the Act allows the notice to be addressed to 'the owner' and fixed to a conspicuous part of the premises.
Source: Party Wall etc. Act 1996 (applies in England and Wales).
Written by Guy Crouch BSc (Hons) MRICS, Director and Chartered Building Surveyor at Manchester Party Wall Surveyors. Last reviewed 26 October 2026. This page is general guidance, not legal advice. About our team
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