it is possible for owners to appoint someone who has a good working knowledge of the act. a party wall surveyor is responsible for resolving disputes between neighbours when proposed building works affect party structures, or are within a specified distance from a neighbour's property. the surveyor (agreed surveyor, where both parties agree on one individual) or surveyors (where both parties appoint their own surveyor) will resolve the dispute by making an award, which is legally binding on both parties.