Can a Neighbour remove a boundary fence?

Your neighbour doesn’t have to change a wall or fence just because you want them to, for example making it higher for privacy. You can’t make changes to your side without their permission, such as painting it. If the wall or fence seems dangerous, point this out because your neighbour might not be aware.

Can you force a Neighbour to replace a fence?

Unless the existing fence is causing a safety hazard on your side, there’s very little you can do to force your neighbour to repair or replace it if they don’t want to. This is understandably frustrating for you, watching the fence leaning, rotting or falling apart, but legally your hands are tied.

Can I refuse access to my land?

A request for access may be refused if the court is satisfied that your neighbour would suffer unacceptable interference or disturbance in their use or enjoyment of their land or some other form of undue hardship.

Can I stop my Neighbour coming onto my property?

An injunction is useful as it requires the trespasser to stop the trespass. Therefore an injunction could be obtained to require your neighbour to remove the foundations. However, an injunction is awarded at the discretion of the court and they may make award damages instead.

Can I refuse my Neighbour access to my property?

How do I complain about a Neighbours fence?

If you know where the boundary is and you don’t need to follow the process for party walls, the best approach is to talk to your neighbour. Talk to them face to face if you can – make a note of what you agreed. If you don’t feel comfortable speaking to them, write to them or ask someone to contact them for you.

What do you do if a neighbor damaged your fence?

Write a letter to the neighbor explaining the problem with the fence.

How do I get my Neighbor to move his fence?

Move the Fence. Sitting down with your neighbor and offering to pay for half the cost of moving the fence often solves the problem.

Can My Neighbor legally remove an existing Fenc?

If the existing fence is on both your properties, you would need your neighbors permission to take it down. If he does not give the permission, then build yourself a new fence right in front of the old fence such that you cannot see the old fence.

Do I have to allow a neighbor on my property?

Allowing a neighbor to access your property can lead to legal headaches. Letting neighbors use your property to hunt, fish or hike may seem harmless-even neighborly. However, if their use becomes excessive or the neighbor begins altering or building on your property, you may have a difficult time selling your property or keeping your neighbors out. This is especially true if the authorized use is not in writing.