Excavation near neighbouring buildings

You will be required to give notice if you plan to excavate and construct foundations for a new structure within 3.0m of a neighbouring property or within 6.0m if the works will cut a line drawn downwards at 45° from the bottom of the neighbour’s foundation.

You will need to give at least 1 month notice before commencing.  The adjoining owner may agree to allow the works to start earlier.

For further information see the Party Wall etc. Act 1996: explanatory booklet.

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