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Party Wall Surveys for Data Centre Developments: RICS Protocols Amid UK AI Infrastructure Boom

Party Wall Surveys for Data Centre Developments: RICS Protocols Amid UK AI Infrastructure Boom

The UK's artificial intelligence revolution is transforming the landscape—literally. As 2026 unfolds, data centre developments are sprouting across the nation at unprecedented rates, driven by government initiatives, AI Growth Zones, and streamlined planning reforms. Yet amid this technological gold rush, one critical legal requirement remains unchanged: the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. Understanding Party Wall […]

Party Wall Agreements for Retail Revivals: Surveyor Checklists for Shopping Centre Expansions in 2026 Value Plays

Party Wall Agreements for Retail Revivals: Surveyor Checklists for Shopping Centre Expansions in 2026 Value Plays

Shopping centres across the UK are experiencing a remarkable transformation in 2026. Once written off as retail dinosaurs, these properties are now attracting savvy investors who recognize their potential as undervalued phoenix assets. However, ambitious expansion and redevelopment projects bring complex challenges—particularly when it comes to party wall agreements and managing impacts on adjacent properties. […]