If a homeowner builds a fence on the property line does that fence then become the shared property ?
continuing...shared property with the neighbor? So if the new property owner wants to take it down, does he need permission of the neighbor as well?
continuing...shared property with the neighbor? So if the new property owner wants to take it down, does he need permission of the neighbor as well?
Timalicious
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Normally you would not put a fence directly on the property line. In fact, most city ordinances forbid it. It has to be on one side or the other.
nicedayrus
Normally you would not put it directly on the line because there has to be ample room to be able to maintain the other side of the fence without walking on the neighbor's property. Also, the fence posts have to be facing you and not your neighbor out of courtesy.
jaypea40
Did you agree with the neighbor on placing the fence right on the property line? If so, than you can do whatever you want with your "side" of the fence. I'm surprised the code enforcer would permit this project without your approval.
roodog01
property fence will usually have a guideline code thru your city or county. generally the fence has to be several inches behind the actual property line, and is the responsibility of the property owner to maintain and upkeep the fence, when the new owner bought the house he/she bought the fence to. Now some townships may have their own clause in zoning when it comes to property lines
Kevin A
Depends on which state you're in. In Kentucky, a fence has to be built at least 6" onto your property. If it's any less, the neighbor can have you remove it and moved to where it should be or they will own that 6" of your property.
So much for the common wealth state eh?