What did my Neighbor say about the survey?

He believes that the line is about 20 feet off (that is, the surveyor gave me the extra land). While the survey was being completed the surveyor explain to me that my neighbors have senior rights–he had to establish their lines and give them what their deeds specified–and that I would get what was left; I understand that, and accept it.

How does land surveying help with property disputes?

Upon the completion of this survey, you’ll have a clear map of exactly where the property lines lie, which will eliminate a lot of the awkward discussions or bitter arguments you’ll have to have with your neighbors about which pieces of land are which neighbor’s responsibility.

How big is my Neighbor’s property line?

My question involves real estate located in the State of: New York. I bought by house last year and recently had it surveyed (it was not done prior to purchase). While walking the marked property line I was approached by my neighbor. He believes that the line is about 20 feet off (that is, the surveyor gave me the extra land).

Is it common for neighbors to have land disputes?

Land disputes between neighbors are relatively common, especially after recent changes in property ownership.

Can a lot line agreement be made with a neighbor?

If you and/or your neighbors are still both paying off mortgages on your properties, however, then you will probably need to consult with an attorney before making a lot line agreement. Your bank may prevent you from making such an agreement and instead insist that you hire a licensed surveyor to survey the land. Thank you for subscribing!

Is it necessary to have a land survey done when buying a property?

However, when you buy a property without having a survey done, you’re always taking the risk that your rights in the property may not be what you think they are. This is especially important if it appears that your property or an adjacent property has done any work, such as installing a new fence, since the last time a survey was done.

Can a neighbor simply agree where the boundary should be?

Can my neighbor and I simply agree where the boundary should be? Yes. If you and your neighbor have agreed where you both want the property boundaries to be, then you both can make a “lot line agreement,” also called a “lot line adjustment agreement.”

Where can I find a starting corner for a property survey?

This point can be located on your property by searching the described location for a marker. Alternately, you can use the PLSS coordinates and maps to locate a starting corner. Google Maps and USGS topography maps are both free, online sources for maps that may help you locate a starting corner.

What happens if your property survey is incorrect?

Basically everyone in that entire row of townhomes signed documentation giving those few inches of property back over to their neighbors in keeping with the building lines (not the property ones). As you can imagine, a situation like this could easily turn into potential for disaster.

What to do if neighbor claims your land?

Send him a letter or, if you feel more comfortable, have your attorney send a letter. That letter should make reference to specific property boundaries as described in publicly filed deeds. It should clearly state that you do not consent to the use of your property, and that you revoke any perceived license that he believes he was given.

What did my neighbor do about his survey?

Recently my neighbor had a survey done which showed that the actual boundary was slightly different than the assumed in the whole neighborhood. Now he wants me to rip out my raised beds and anything else crossing onto his property and he will put a fence on the new line.

Can a Surveyor survey a new property line?

The client had the foresight to hire a surveyor to provide a survey of the property lines as they would exist with the proposed new property line.

Can a neighbor build over your property line?

A common occurrence in our area, given the frequent lack of survey monuments, is a neighbor’s inadvertent building over your property line, whether it be a driveway, a fence, a deck or even a portion of a house. Must the encroachment over the boundary line be removed or may it legally remain in place? That, my friends, is the question.

Can a neighbor move survey stakes on your property?

Your neighbor can’t move the survey stakes. And if your neighbor decides that he wants to put his driveway on your property, your neighbor is going to be buying himself a lawsuit. You’re going to be entitled to have him dig up his driveway, repair your property, a whole host of things.

Can a neighbor encroach on your property line?

MYTH 2: It’s very rare for a neighbor to encroach over a property line. It’s more common than you think; land surveyors see these types of issues. Don’t be so sure that you aren’t encroaching onto property that legally belongs to your neighbor, or that they aren’t technically doing the same with your property.

Can a land surveyor Mark a property line?

Don’t be so sure that you aren’t encroaching onto property that legally belongs to your neighbor, or that they aren’t technically doing the same with your property. When in doubt, hire a land surveyor to mark the exact property line. MYTH 3: I can build my fence on the property line without a survey.

When do you have a boundary dispute with your neighbor?

If your neighbor puts their property, a fence, or even an addition to their home on or crossing you property line, then you have a boundary dispute. The first step in dealing with this is to talk to your neighbor and then compare deed copies.

When does use of land become unreasonable and unlawful?

A landowner’s use of his/her property becomes unreasonable and unlawful if it constitutes an appropriation of the adjoining land and if it deprives the reasonable enjoyment of the adjoining owner of his/her property to a material degree. Brownsey v. General Printing Ink Corp ., 118 N.J.L. 505 (Sup. Ct. 1937).

Can a neighbor complain about the sound of construction?

Typically, one neighbor complains about the sound of construction, but so long as the construction is during reasonable business hours, it is allowed. Conversely, if the construction spreads dangerous dust onto the neighbors land, liability would lie. It is all about balancing reasonable use.