Fencing Boundary Lines, A How To Guide

Since the time people have used fences to divide the boundaries between their properties there have been disputes, both in and out of court. Even if the fence is built to resolve land ownership disputes, there can still be problems arising from concerns in regards to the ownership and maintenance of the fence in question. To help reduce these potential conflicts it is best to get a written agreement from your present neighbours in regards to the location of the fence and also the design of the fence. If possible try to enlist their active cooperation in the building of the fence. Even if you can't get your neighbours to help you must take care of the following when planning your fence.

Firstly who own the fence? Fences are generally considered to be owned by the people whose land on which they are built. But on a boundary or a division fence they belong to the adjoining owners as tenants in common. To avoid ownership disputes you will require an accurate survey of the boundary to be sure the fence is correctly placed.

Next who is responsible? If you are building a fence directly on the property line make sure there is a written agreement with adjoining owners in advance specifying the location and design of the fence and who is responsible for the maintenance of the fence. If possible, have the agreement recorded at the city or county clerk's office to avoid future ownership disputes in the case of the properties changing hands.

Of course it is not always possible to get your neighbours to agree. Especially in the case of a "spite fence." If built on the property line the fence belongs to both neighbours. Although they are under no obligation to maintain it unless agree to prior.

The neighbour's only obligation is to refrain from damaging or defacing the fence. One solution to this problem is to build the fence 100mm in from your boundary line. You will then not need to consult your neighbours on the manner and design of the construction. Another way to ease any possible tensions is to make sure the fence looks as good from your neighbour's side as yours. Fencing codes and laws regulate not only the type of fence you build but also how you may erect a fence. For example many communities require protective fences around pools or to keep in pets or livestock. Excavations and other dangers on your property may also require fencing.

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