Party Wall Surveys for 2026 Urban Terraced House Extensions: Notice Timelines and Neighbour Safeguards

Nearly one in three planning applications for rear extensions in London's terraced housing stock stall — not because of council objections, but because the Party Wall Act process was started too late or handled incorrectly. For homeowners planning to extend in 2026, that delay can cost months of build time and thousands in abortive fees. […]




