My neighbour has planning permission to extend his property. Part of the work involves building on his boundary wall, so in order to finish it off the builder will have to come on to my property. Has he the legal right to do this, or could I refuse him access?
It’s unusual for planning permission to be given for building work which goes right up to the boundary, so you may wish to check this. Your neighbour should have given you notification of the proposed work under the Party Wall etc. Act, and you may be able to prevent it going ahead. However if you don’t object you may find your side of the wall will look better if you give access to the builders. In that case make sure your neighbour agrees to pay for any damage to your property.