If no notices are served, there is a risk of costly delay in starting work. Neighbours whose rights seem to have been ignored can get court injunctions to force work to stop. Party Wall Surveyor’s work may involve: a) When acting for the building owner: Prepare and submit the necessary notices to adjoining owner(s), prepare where required a schedule of condition of the party wall(s) in question; prepare if required all necessary ancillary drawings, prepare an award and agree detailed terms with the adjoining owner’s surveyor, and ensure that work is carried out in accordance with the Award. b) When acting for an adjoining owner: Examine notices submitted by the building owner to ensure validity. Contact the building owner’s surveyor, visit the property, examine and negotiate the award, including agreeing a schedule of condition where appropriate, and monitor the work during the course of the building contract to ensure compliance with the Award.