Party Wall Surveys for Data Centre Boom: RICS Protocols for High-Density Power Infrastructure Risks in 2026

Over 40 new hyperscale data centres are currently planned or under construction across the UK — many of them sharing boundary walls with existing industrial, commercial, and even residential neighbours. The sheer power density of these facilities, some drawing over 100MW per site, creates vibration, thermal stress, and ground movement risks that most party wall […]




