Will the Party Wall Act Apply to my Loft Conversion?

If you are introducing steel beams into the party wall then the Party Wall Act will need to be served in the normal manner giving your neighbour two months’ notice prior to when the work is to commence. It is the householders responsibility to serve this notice and not the builders which is a common mistake often made by the householder. It is far easier to openly discuss such items with your neighbour before you officially serve the notice as any problems can usually be sorted out quite amicable.