I purchased my property in 2016. My current neighbor purchased his in 2019. The current fence between our properties had been installed some time ago, presumably by the respective previous owners. I want to install a new fence along the correct property line, which would allow me to slightly expand my lot. I had a survey done confirming the location of the property line. Current owner is opposed to moving the fence, since it would disadvantage him. Adverse possession in my area is 15 years. Can the current owner make a successful claim of adverse possession on the fact that the fence likely existing like this for more than 15 years between the previous owners?
asked May 8, 2023 at 22:33
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How wide of a strip of land is in dispute? What is on the reluctant neighbor's side that they are attempting to assert ownership over? Do any structures encroach onto your side? It would seem that the fence is yours to dismantle, removing any evidence of an implied boundary. but then what?
Commented May 8, 2023 at 23:32