We are planning to build a garage in our back garden. Ideally we would like to build right up to the boundary to maximise space. I've had a bit of a read around but still not sure of the best way to proceed. Can we put footings over the boundary to allow us to build the wall right on the boundary? Will we need a party wall agreement? Are we better of just losing 6 inches of garden? The house next door is empty and has just been sold, although no contracts exchanged which complicates things a bit.
EDIT: Also, is there any pros/cons of raft or strip foundations in this situation?
EDIT: Also, is there any pros/cons of raft or strip foundations in this situation?