There is now a dispute as to who's wall it is and who will pay for it to be rebuilt.Is there a general rule as to which wall or fence belongs to which property.I seem to remember it being said that the wall on the left looking from the front is yours.Any help will be appreciated.
2007-02-12 20:55:14 · 14 answers · asked by scrapper 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Have it surveyed. If it is your wall they damaged, and they will not repair, take them to small claims and sue them for the cost of survey and repair. You may be called upon to prove it was their children that damaged the wall by climbing on it in the first place, so be sure to have that.
2007-02-13 01:19:13 · answer #1 · answered by Dave B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it turns out to be your wall and you do repair it you could try non-drying paint to stop them climbing over. Or a nice thorny plant! My friend used this technique (the paint) and it worked. He bought it off the internet. Make sure you tell the kids and/or parents (or write a letter and keep a copy) so they cant whine when their new nike trainers are ruined. Also if the fence is near a public path or something put up a little sign just to cover yourself from angry passers by.
2007-02-13 05:17:08 · answer #2 · answered by hiddenmyname 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may help to know what area you are in. Where I come from, the cost of fencing and repairs is generally split 50/50 by the neighbours on each side of that fence.
If, according to your local laws, the fence is yours, you may suggest splitting the cost with the neighbour anyway since their children apparently damaged it. They may counteract though, saying you should have maintained or built the fence properly in the first place; so it depends how well you get along with the neighbours.
If the fence is theirs, it's theirs. No issue unless they cause one.
But you really need to look up your local laws or get legal advice.
2007-02-13 05:08:06 · answer #3 · answered by Jokin' Jo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check your deeds, that will tell you clearly.
As to the wall being damaged, I had a prob with small wall round hardstand, became 'attractive' to cars knocking it down. Was built by a guy with a broad brimmed hat..... I re-built the wall, as to mortar, was mixed 3 Sharp Sand, 1 Cement, but in place of 'neat' water, I used 50% PVA adhesive, 50% water. No problem, the wall has 'Won' many a battle with cars....!!!!
2007-02-13 05:30:47 · answer #4 · answered by johncob 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Call a surveyor,, he could tell you who's property it's on, and therefore who's wall it is. However, if it is your neighbors wall, it's his, and there is no requirement that he rebuild it, if he/she doesn't want to. If it's on your prop then you, also are not required to rebuild it,, there is no law that say properties must be separated by walls,, IF the wall was yours ( on your property ) you would have to prove his/her kids damaged it,, which would be hard to do,, but if it's yours, and if you can get a unbiased 3rd party to confirm that the kids were climbing on it, and if you can prove that this damaged it,, you could get them to pay. A better idea might be to approach your neighbor and offer to split the cost. probably easier. We don't live in a perfect world.
2007-02-13 05:04:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The deeds of your property will tell you which boundary areas that are your responsibility. If your deeds are held by your mortgage lender then contact them and they will be able to send you a copy as necessary, as usual there will be a small cost involved. Once responsibility is established you can then decide what your next move is IE point out it's there problem or bill them for the damage caused.
2007-02-13 11:59:42 · answer #6 · answered by SIMON M 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Which direction did the wall give? Get documentation like pictures, video, dates of events and people contacted. Get estimates and fix it. Find out if it is in fact yours. Employ a surveyor to mark property lines. Document it for your records. Do you have any papers from when you bought the house that may show property details? If it is yours, take the bill and your proof (& witness of good character) to your neighbor to work it out civilly if you can't work it out, Pay $50 or however much it costs to make a small claim in your county court and sue for damages plus court costs since you tried to resolve it quietly.
2007-02-13 05:53:40 · answer #7 · answered by Polar Bear 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The wall only belongs to one of you, you would need to look at the deeds of the house to find out. But if they are coming over on to your side, then they are on your land. You could try saying you have a new Rottveiler, that might scare 'em off
2007-02-13 05:01:53 · answer #8 · answered by Angelfish 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It couldn't have been a very strong wall. You might have to go to a lawyer over this. In my opinion, their kids damaged it, they should repair it.
Sorry - I'm not much use, but you do have my sympathy. I hate neighbourly disputes.
Had to add: if it is your wall, make sure you don't leave yourself open to any actions in case their children were hurt.
2007-02-13 05:00:45 · answer #9 · answered by True Blue Brit 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
u need to find the deeds to your house so that u can determined who owns that wall. if u don't have a copy of the deeds, a solicitor will be able to find one for u. if u need legal help that doesn't cost u anything, make an appointment with the citizens advice beaureux good luck !
2007-02-13 05:14:25 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋