My neighbor across the street has this annoying thing that both she and her daughter does when they want to back into their driveway - they always pull into our driveway in order to back into their's. Now, that wouldn't be a problem if they didn't act they were going to hit whomever's car is the driveway at the time (my mother's, father's, mine, or even sometimes when we have company over, their car too). The reason she does this a story for a different day, but let's just say the police were involved. That being said, how can I stop her from doing this? I'd like to walk over there and tell her to grow up, but I'm sure that would just lead to more problems.
2007-12-04 09:09:44 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
In a few weeks, my grandpa and I are going to be installing security cameras around our house. But I don't think that will stop her.
2007-12-04 09:10:25 · update #1
I believe what you'd have to do would be to have video footage of them doing this (as otherwise it's your word against theirs). Once you have video footage, you can file a trespassing complaint with the local police that they will have to take seriously.
I'd advise sending a certified letter stating that if they persist in doing this, you will take video footage and file a complaint. Then go ahead and video them when they continue to trespass (get multiple occassions, it will make your case stronger). The certified letter will show proof that you notified them of your intention to do it as well as your demand that they stop - so they can't deny any of it.
Good luck!
2007-12-04 09:26:35 · answer #1 · answered by plays_one_on_tv 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your property line may not start until 5-6 feet into your driveway from the street. Check to see where your property line starts. A person can receive a ticket for trespassing if they are going onto your property (here in Ontario, at least). You should send them a registered letter informing them that they may be charged with trespassing if they go onto your property. You will need proof that they went onto your property, (photographs/video) and a recent and accurate survey ($$). Can you park your vehicle at the very end of the driveway to keep the other car from pulling in to turn around? Maybe some bright orange traffic cones at the end of the driveway?
2007-12-04 10:43:07 · answer #2 · answered by joeanonymous 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is your driveway which makes it your property. It is a bad habit of her having to back into your driveway just so she can get her car in her driveway... how close are your houses? It's done quickly not much you can do besides install cameras of some sort aiming at the driveway just in case she does damage your car, or anyone else that is parked in the driveway at the time so you have proof then you can legally do something. It would be different if she were to park in your driveway that you can get her car towed at her expense.
2007-12-04 09:20:55 · answer #3 · answered by Flower 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Whoever owns the home needs to talk with her and ask her politely to stay out of your driveway. It's always best to try and work it out in a nice way first so you can stay on good terms. Just remember, that means all of you, company included, need to stay off their property, too, which is only fair.
If that doesn't work, then the owner needs to get a restraining order, forbidding her or anyone in her family to drive or walk onto your property. Once that has been issued to her, she can be arrested for trespassing if she comes on your property. Those cameras will come in handy if it comes to that.
2007-12-04 10:55:55 · answer #4 · answered by KittyKat 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would just park my car either on the street in front of the driveway or all the way at the end of the drive way. But im a jerk like that...
2007-12-04 09:31:47 · answer #5 · answered by cheechalini 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The sidewalk and the approach from the street up to the sidewalk (you know, the little dip in the curb) are public property however your driveway is not once it crosses your property line. You can keep her from entering your property regardless if in a car or on foot.
2007-12-04 09:15:50 · answer #6 · answered by davidmi711 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your city council person. Some towns, like mine, don't allow the snow to be put onto the roads or other people's property. If he shoves the snow to your tree lawn, I'd leave it alone. But it's ridiculous to think he'd plow it into your driveway. So call your councilman or city hall.
2016-04-07 08:39:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In many states if you have a sidewalk parallel to your street, the apron of the driveway is considered common. You can ask them to refrain from pulling in to back up, but I don't think legally you can do anything, but ask the local law enforcement in your area.
2007-12-04 09:14:16 · answer #8 · answered by John W 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
put a gate up, ie one you manually open and close that would mean obviously you will have to get out of the car and do it each time, and she surely wouldn't be bothered to do so , but it will clearly be a inconvenience for you, if space, money etc allows you could get a automatic gate with a remote sensor so when you get home you can press a button and gate opens
2007-12-04 09:20:20 · answer #9 · answered by steven s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shoot out her tires next time she does it??
I'd tell her to stop it and let her know you're installing the cameras. If she keeps doing it afterwards, then get the police involved (again).
2007-12-04 09:14:45 · answer #10 · answered by mAT2t 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋