Party Walls Quiz

How may the ownership of a wall be split between two adjoining properties?

• Solely by the government

• Equally between the two properties

• By a third-party mediator

• Randomly decided

Before starting any large-scale work or renovations on a party wall, what must you do?

• Inform the local council

• Gain consent from the building owner on the other side of the wall

• Publish a notice in a local newspaper

• Apply for a government grant

What is a party wall?

• A) A wall that is decorated for parties.

• B) A wall that is shared between two or more residents of individual dwellings.

• C) A wall that separates a garden from a house.

• D) A wall that is only used for commercial buildings.

Can a ceiling be considered a party wall?

• A) Yes, if it is the underside of the floor of a separate upstairs home.

• B) No, ceilings can never be considered party walls.

• C) Yes, if it has decorative lighting fixtures.

• D) No, only walls on the ground floor can be considered party walls.

What is the function of a party wall?

• To provide a decorative element to the building

• To create a barrier between two or more adjoining dwellings

• To support the foundation of a building

• To enhance the external appearance of a building

Aside from insulation, what additional safety feature does a party wall offer?

• Earthquake resistance

• Fire Barrier

• Flood Barrier

• Wind resistance

What is a wall called that is built astride the boundary line, meaning that it sits equally on the adjoining lots?

• A boundary party wall

• A shared party wall

• An adjoining party wall

• An astride party wall

How is the separating wall constructed between Dwelling 1 and Dwelling 2?

• It is continued up to the underside of non-combustible roof cladding

• It is a fire rated wall above the lower roof

• It is continued down to the ground

• It is not connected to the roof

What type of wall is shown as the compliant fire rated separating wall in the diagram?

• Wooden wall

• Concrete wall

• Brick wall

• Metal wall