Writing is on the wall
Writing is on the wall
- 2001
- Estates Gazette (0139) 29 September 2001, 140(1) .
Discusses the case "Rees v Skerrett" (WB3724-02) where a decision to demolish a terraced house left its neighbouring property open to elements causing it to suffer from wind damage. It was held that a right of support may include protection against wind forces and that those who demolish a wall must take care to protect their neighbours.
REES V SKERRETT
Party walls
RIGHT OF SUPPORT
DEMOLITION
TERRACED HOUSING
Discusses the case "Rees v Skerrett" (WB3724-02) where a decision to demolish a terraced house left its neighbouring property open to elements causing it to suffer from wind damage. It was held that a right of support may include protection against wind forces and that those who demolish a wall must take care to protect their neighbours.
REES V SKERRETT
Party walls
RIGHT OF SUPPORT
DEMOLITION
TERRACED HOUSING