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Can My Neighbour Stop Me Converting My Garage?

Giorgia Wentworth

Published on: 23/09/2026

Worried a neighbour could object to your garage conversion? Learn when neighbours can formally comment, how planning permission, shared walls, privacy and access can affect a project, and what to consider before work begins.

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Do You Need A Party Wall Agreement For A Garage Conversion?

Giorgia Wentworth

Published on: 29/08/2026

Understand when the Party Wall Act applies to a garage conversion, including shared walls, detached garages, boundary distances and new foundation work.

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