How do you find geodetic survey markers?
How do you find geodetic survey markers?
Most survey marks were set by the U.S. Coast & Geodetic Survey (now called the National Geodetic Survey); information for those marks is available online. For further assistance, contact the National Geodetic Survey at or ngs.infocenter@noaa.gov.
What is an example of encroachment?
There is a term for this battle of land: “encroachment.” An encroachment happens when a fence or another piece of your neighbor’s property crosses the property lines. Other examples of encroachments could involve trees, parts of a building, fencing or any other fixtures located on both pieces of property.
Is a fence an encroachment?
An encroachment occurs when your neighbor intrudes on or over land with some kind of a structure, such as a fence or a deck that veers across the boundary line.
How close to my neighbor can I build a fence?
Your jurisdiction may have laws about how far back a fence needs to be set on your property, which is typically 2, 4, 6 or 8 inches from the property line. Other areas will allow you to go right up to the property line.
Can I sue my neighbor for encroachment?
A neighbor will not own the part of a structure that encroaches on their land. Instead, the encroachment will be viewed as an act of trespass. Also, although the neighbor will be able to sue that person for trespass, they will not automatically gain legal title to the portion of the building that is now on their land.
Can I force my neighbor to trim his tree?
Yes. By law, you have the right to trim branches and limbs that extend past the property line. However, the law only allows tree trimming and tree cutting up to the property line. You may not go onto the neighbor’s property or destroy the tree.
Can my Neighbour remove fence between our properties?
If your neighbour owns the fence and it is on their property, then they can take away the wall. If your not happy with this decision then you are more than welcome to erect your fence on your boundary!
Can my Neighbour paint my fence on his side?
Your neighbour shouldn’t trespass on your property to paint his fence, although (unfortunately) there’s not really a legal remedy for one-off trespasses. If your neighbour needs access, he could apply to the County Court for an access order under the Access to Neighbouring Land act.
Can I legally paint my side of Neighbours fence?
If you want to change anything about a fence that legally belongs to your neighbour, you should ask their permission first – even if you’re only painting or staining your side of the fence.
