What if my Neighbour builds fence on my property?

The best course of action is to discuss the matter with your neighbour, to try to resolve the matter in an informal and friendly way. Try to establish if there has been a misunderstanding with the boundary. Obtain a copy of your deeds which will clearly show the boundary line and compare this with your neighbours.

Can I remove a Neighbours fence on my land?

Remove The Fence? If it's on your land, you might be considering removing the fence yourself. But if you're wrong about where the boundary line is (and you might well be) it could be you who is trespassing. By removing the fence you might then be liable for property damage, as well as the trespass.

Can I complain about my Neighbours fence?

Even if you can prove the damaged fence belongs to your neighbour, they don't have to rush out to make repairs on your say so. If the fence is in such a state that it presents a danger and the neighbour refuses to make any repairs, you can report the problem to your local council.

Can my Neighbour put a fence on my boundary?

You should try to figure out where the boundary between the two properties is. As long as it's not higher than 2m, your neighbour is free to put up a fence on their property. If you have an issue with the fence, you should always try to resolve the situation in an informal way.

What to do if a Neighbour builds on your land?

What if My Neighbours Build Over the Boundary Without Permission? If your neighbour starts work without consent or permission, it is strongly recommended that you seek legal advice. In a worst-case scenario, legal action may be required. A boundary line marks the specific territory of each individual homeowner.

What Should I do if My Neighbor's Fence is on My Property?

What are the rules for fencing between Neighbours?

As a general rule, if the fence in your front garden is next to the road or footpath, it can only be one metre (3.2 feet) in height. Fencing in your back garden that separates your garden from your neighbour's can be a maximum of two metres (6.5 feet) in height – this includes any trellis topper.

What is the 7 year boundary rule?

The rule stipulates that if a boundary, such as a garden fencing, has been in a particular position for a continuous 7-year period and has not been contested during that time, it is generally considered the legal boundary of the properties involved.

What can I do if my Neighbours fence is too high?

There are several ways one can do that, but one of the easiest and cheapest paths is through HM Land Registry (http://www.landregistry.gov.uk). There a person can find all the available information on the ownership of the boundary features. One needs to be careful, though, not all properties are registered.

Who legally owns a boundary fence?

Contrary to common belief, there is not a designated side of the fence to each property. The most common way to find out who owns what side, is to refer to the Title Plan or Land Registry. In this, the T mark is used to indicate who the boundary belongs to and therefore who is responsible for its upkeep.

Can my Neighbour force me to pay half for a fence?

While the general rule is that both neighbours are not required by law to pay for half of the fence unless specified in the title deeds or through a mutual agreement, it's always advisable to work together to find a solution that ensures a positive and harmonious living environment.

Who pays for damaged fence between Neighbours?

Most garden fence damage happens inadvertently as a result of bad weather or unpreventable deterioration, so it usually isn't anyone's fault. However, if damage has been caused as a result of your neighbour's actions then they are entitled to pay for the damage to be fixed.

What to do if Neighbour has encroached on your property?

The first thing to do is to talk to your neighbour about it and try and resolve the problem between yourselves. However, there are some situations in which this simply won't be effective and you may need to consider taking legal advice.

Can my Neighbour cut my tree without asking?

Your neighbour can cut any branches that are overhanging into their garden as long as they only remove the bits on their side of the boundary. If they want you to cut your tree or hedge just because they don't like the way it looks, it's up to you whether you do the work.

Can my Neighbour move the boundary?

In some cases, your neighbour does have some rights to your boundary wall if it is a party wall in legal terms, meaning that the boundary line must run through it. However, if the wall is entirely on your land, your neighbour won't have the right to build on it.

How can I check my Neighbours boundary?

If you want to check if we have any boundary information, you can get a copy of the title register, title plan, and any 'filed' deeds we have for your own property and your neighbour's property.

What happens if someone builds on my land?

If it is confirmed that the property has been constructed over part of your land, then this is a trespass which offers a number of remedies. An injunction may be sought to require the adjoining owner to remove the relevant part of the building, or damages may be payable in order to compensate you for any loss suffered.

Can I replace my fence without Neighbours permission?

In most cases, you can replace your fence panels without your neighbour's permission if the fence is located on your property. However, if the boundary fence is shared or lies exactly along the property line, then it is better to consult with your neighbour about any plans to replace or modify it.

How high can a fence be between Neighbours?

What is the maximum height for a garden fence? As a general rule of thumb, fencing in your back garden should be no taller than 2 metres high (or about 6.5 feet tall). But how high can a front garden fence be? Well, the maximum height is 1 metre if you're facing a road used by vehicles and 2 metres otherwise.

Can my Neighbour attach things to my boundary wall?

If one of the land owners wishes to attach some ornaments or hanging baskets to their side of the wall, provided such attachments do not interfere with the other party's side of the wall, this may be permissible.

Can my Neighbour put up a 7 foot fence?

In summary, a neighbour can erect a 7-foot fence in their garden if they have obtained planning permission from the local council.

How do I complain about a fence?

How high can a fence be without permission?

You will need planning permission if you want to erect a new fence over 2m tall, or 1m tall if it is adjacent to a highway used by vehicles (or highway footpath). This includes any top trellis — so don't be mistaken and add a wooden addition atop your fence with the hope to make it taller.

Does land become yours after 7 years?

Adverse Possession of Registered Land

If someone who does not own any adjoining land, occupies someone else's registered land, then after 10 years adverse possession they can apply to the Land Registry to be registered as the new owner.

How close can my Neighbour build to my boundary?

Can I own land after 12 years?

Where land is occupied by an individual who does not have an initial legal interest in it for several years, at common law in England & Wales being 12 years, that occupier can acquire the right to be registered as the owner of that land under the doctrine of adverse possession.