What is property line disputes?
Property line disputes happen when two neighbors disagree over the legal boundary between their properties, typically triggered by a real or perceived encroachment, a fence, a shed, an overgrown hedge, crossing onto the wrong side of the line.
Why does property line disputes matter?
These disputes can escalate fast because they feel personal, someone’s literally building on someone else’s land, even when the actual encroachment is a matter of a few feet. Boards that step in early with an actual survey, rather than opinions, keep these disputes from spiraling.
When You’ll Run Into This
This surfaces most often right after a new fence goes up or a survey gets done for an unrelated reason and reveals a discrepancy nobody had noticed before.
Legal note: this is general information, not legal advice. Rules and requirements vary by state and by community, so it is worth checking with your association’s attorney to get an accurate answer for your specific situation.
