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A common question I receive in this business is "What is entailed with two neighbors sharing a fence line?" It's a great question, really. People want to know:
First of all, anyone building a fence will always, always want it to be constructed completely inside of their property line. Even in situations where two neighbors agree to share the cost of a portion of fence that will be between their respective properties, it is still best that the fence be on one side or the other. This means of course that one particular neighbor owns the fence. That neighbor receives the value added to their home for having the fence. That neighbor gets the ultimate say-so in color choice (although neighbors usually agree on this or at least both stain the side facing their house the particular shade they like - although even doing so requires the permission of the fence owner). In addition to these upsides, come the downsides of being the responsible party. That owner is ultimately financially responsible for maintenance and repairs ... and this could be an issue if a major storm blows through the area and knocks a large tree down. So hopefully, ultimately, these decisions are made between two neighbors who are able to discuss it and decide what, if anything, it's worth to them. If the decision is made to share the cost, the next step is realizing it does not have to be a 50/50 arrangement. Since one party will ultimately own the fence while both parties will practically get use out of the fence, it could be split up any which way the neighbors think is fair. As far as how this can be accomplished, consider the graphic below. We can build a new fence parallel to the old one, but inside your own property line (while the old one should be just outside of your property line). This would leave a small gap at the end that, with your neighbor's consent, it's very easy to close up with a very small fence panel. 
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7/15/2021 12:35:18 am
It is recommended that you draw a clear line around the fence so that you and your neighbors know the boundary. If you are unsure, it is recommended that you review your family plan and obtain a new survey from your land surveyor. Never try to occupy an inch of a neighbor’s border. If you are rebuilding a fence, be sure to install it one foot within your property line so that the fence can be built on a safe side. Fully understand fence laws and responsibilities when sharing fences with neighbors. 7/15/2021 12:35:55 am
Respect the boundaries created by the fence, and your neighbors should do the same. Generally speaking, the restriction rules also apply to corners, so be sure to follow them. If you want to improve or repair the fence on your side, it is recommended that you notify your neighbors first to avoid problems or conflicts. Thanks for pointing out that one person can be responsible for the whole fence repair service costs when they own it even if you share it with them among each other's property. I guess I should prepare financially now that I might pay for the whole repair of the fences' damage. It's because the house that I bought owns it, and it has been damaged after the heavy rain and strong winds last weekend. 1/19/2022 11:05:40 pm
I never knew that that owner is ultimately liable for upkeep and repairs, which might be a problem if a strong storm passes through and brings down a large tree. I never thought that it would be like this, I'll share this with my aunt. Thank you for the information about fencing. 1/25/2022 05:20:47 am
I never knew that even so, having the barrier on one side or the other is preferable. I never thought that it would be like this, I'll share this with my aunt. Thank you for the information about fencing. 7/22/2022 09:54:44 am
I want to get a fence installed. It makes sense that I would want to work with a professional to help me know where my borders are. That seems like a good way to ensure that I don't build my fence on my neighbor's property. 8/11/2022 10:11:51 pm
I like how you mentioned that you should share the cost and price of the fence when you share the same fence. A couple of days ago, my best friend told me that he was planning to remove their current fence due to rust and old age, and replace it with a vinyl fence because of its durability and traditional look, and he asked me if I had any idea what would be the best option to do. You did a great job of explaining, I'll be sure to tell him that they can consult a residential fence service as they can provide more information about their rates and services. 9/20/2022 05:41:29 pm
Thanks so much for explaining how to share a fence with your neighbors. My grandpa wants to build a fence to keep animals out of his garden. Knowing the proper way to share a fence line will be a big help when he brings up the idea to his neighbors with big dogs. 9/21/2022 08:51:01 pm
Great tip about making sure the fence is parallel. I need to have my fence replaced. I'll have to consider getting a contractor to do the installation. Leave a Reply. |
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