I'm willing to pay for the total cost of the fence, but I don't know if I can replace it without his authorization. Can I?
2007-06-07 16:10:29 · 5 answers · asked by argiemerican 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
I sent a letter but never got a response. I knocked on their door, left a couple of notes, too.
2007-06-07 16:30:28 · update #1
I think that you should get your property surveyed first to determine if the current fence is on the property line. If you invest in a new fence and later find it is not, you may be forced to remove it. I have seen this happen.
Also, if you remove the fence and it turns out to be on his property you could get sued.
You should definitely consult an attorney on this one.
2007-06-07 16:40:49 · answer #1 · answered by carman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One of the problems with these Yahoo Answer forums is you never know where the person asking the question is located - it could be anywhere in this great wide world
The reason it is important to know where people are is because the laws covering things like this are totally different from country to country - and even in the US from state to state.
here in the UK 'Shared' fences are almost unknown - the deeds of the house will say who owns which fence and therefore who is responsible for its upkeep.
It is therefore very very important that you get a lawyer (or attorney in some countries) to check and advise you before you do any work - if you change it and it belongs to your neighbour you could be the one ending up in court.
I remember reading somewhere the the biggest cause of conflict between neighbours was the boundary/fence - so be careful.
2007-06-08 00:02:16 · answer #2 · answered by BRIAN C 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I suggest that you write a letter to the owner of the property next door asking for their assistance and stating your intentions. As you are willing to pay for a new fence yourself, I personally do not see any problems as long as the new fence is the same as the old. Your local council could answer this question for you as well and they may contact the owner of the property for you. I also would consider phoning a solicitor about this if contact of neighbour cannot be made just to ensure you do not have to pull fence down after putting it up.
2007-06-07 16:23:10 · answer #3 · answered by dgc1973ent 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Who put the fence up, you or him. If he did it you have no business removing it, it may be a "keepsake " to him and he'll sue.
Better see an attorney before doing anything if you can't reach him or, wait.
2007-06-07 22:02:11 · answer #4 · answered by cowboydoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know. Please consult with an attorney on this matter to get the correct answer for your local area.
2007-06-07 16:18:45 · answer #5 · answered by SAK 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋