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I would request hard copies (i.e. real paper) as proof of these "agreements"; right now you only have your architects word, and I personally would find it hard to trust a person who has purportedly studied 5-7 years for a degree yet fails to string a coherant sentence together.

make sure both the architect and builder are in agreement with works to be carried out. If you do indeed have the upper chimney structure shared with your neighbour (i.e. the brickwork visible above roof level does not have a visible joint running vertical between the properties), then you may...

The loft / bedroom level shows the chimneys both being removed; I'm a bit confused though, as it would appear from the roof level drawing that the main (shared) chimney is remaining; you'll need additional support in the form of a large lintel or additional RSJ to support the upper chimney...

Still having trouble reading them (on ipad here). Maybe try uploading them to somewhere like photobucket and linking to them. Section drawings A-A and B-B would also be helpful.

I find that giving the sandpaper an occasional quick scrub with a soft wire brush helps :)

Hi all. Our home is a small bungalow in Northern Ireland (I work overseas) and I plan to do up the bathroom when I return at Christmas. Due to the previous occupant (old, very old!), the only shower is in a seperate room next to the bathroom which unfortunately is in turn attached to our...