Mon Sep 23 22:20:21 UTC 2024: ## Neighbor’s Encroachment Sparks Property Line Dispute
A homeowner is facing a property line dispute with their neighbor, who has been encroaching on their land for years. The situation escalated when the current neighbor placed a shed over the property line and cleared trees that belong to the homeowner.
The homeowner’s family has owned the property since 1969, and a previous survey in 2007 confirmed the property boundaries. While the previous neighbor was informed of the encroachment with a retaining wall, the new neighbor has continued to ignore the property lines.
The homeowner is seeking a new survey to confirm the boundaries and address the encroachment. However, they are unsure if they need to notify their neighbor about the upcoming survey. Online commentators are divided on this issue, with some arguing that notifying the neighbor is unnecessary, while others suggest it’s a good idea for communication and potentially resolving the issue amicably.
The homeowner is determined to protect their property and feels their neighbor is taking advantage of their lack of awareness. Ultimately, they plan to proceed with the survey and deal with the consequences, hoping to prevent further encroachment and ensure their property rights are respected.
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