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Should our neighbor who is fencing in their yard pay us for using our portion of existing fence at the property line?
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∙ 16y ago
No. Fences make good neighbors. Don't mess it up by being petty about them taking advantage of an existing fence. Call it an even trade.
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Tree branch fell over neighbor's property Texas law?
In Texas, if a tree branch falls from your tree onto your neighbor's property, your neighbor may have the right to remove the branch up to the property line. However, you are generally not liable for damage caused by a healthy tree or its branches falling on your neighbor's property due to an act of nature. It's recommended to check your local ordinances and possibly consult with a legal professional for specific advice.
Who is responsible for tree removal if our neighbor's tree fell over from a wind storm but got hung up in our trees and is not on the ground?
Nobody is liable for an act of nature. You are responsible for the portion of the tree that fell on your property. Your neighbor is responsible for the portion of the tree on the neighbors property.
When a person builds an improvement that extends onto the property of a neighbor it is called what?
It is called encroachment. Be sure you know the boundaries of your property before opening a discussion with your neighbor. If you decide to let the neighbor use this portion of the property, be sure to get it in writing you are allowing the use. Without a written document, signed by both parties and notarized, the neighbor could eventually claim the property through adverse possession. Read up on the real estate laws for your area.
Tree is on neighbors property branches are on mine who owns the branches?
The neighbor. He is responsible to maintain the tree, but you are usually allowed by law to trim any portion of the branch that encroaches onto your property if you wish.
Can you purchase only some of a homes property for example a neighbor has a much larger yard than they need and is willing to sell you a portion of it?
They need to subdivide the property first, then they can sell off the section they don't want.
Does a neighbors insurance have to pay you for fire damage to your property caused by your neighbor?
Yes, in most cases your neighbor's insurance may be responsible for paying for fire damage to your property caused by your neighbor's negligence. You would typically need to file a claim with your neighbor's insurance company to seek compensation for the damages.
Does homeowners insurance cover a window cracked by a rock thrown by your neighbor's lawnmower?
There is a coverage on most homeowners policies that is called "Pysical Damage to Property of Others". So, since you neighbor caused physical damage to your property, this would be the logical place to start. If this is not available, then the Liability coverage [portion of his policy would cover the damage.
Can you leave property to someone in a will if you don't own all the property?
No, you cannot leave property to someone in a will if you do not own it. A will can only distribute assets that belong to the person creating the will at the time of their death.
What if a tree is of equally on the property line whose responsible?
You are responsible for the portion on your property and the other guy is responsible for the portion on their property.
What do you do if a neighbor's pine tree drops it's needles over your property rendering that portion of your property unuseable?
I would politely ask your neighbor to look into it, or ask them to clean it up. Or maybe you can yourself. If it's a large, living, growing pine tree just clean it up with a rake, leafblower, etc and just deal with it if your neighbors are not willing to accomodate you.
Our neighbor has encroached on our property and we would like to know how to price an easement to them?
you would need to get an appraisal on the piece or portion of land the subdivision has encroached upon any licensed appraisor can help you with this situation.
Can your neighbor drain water on your property?
Maybe, Maybe not. It depends on whether your neighbor is "legally liable" for your water damage. If the neighbor is not liable then they do not have to pay. If the neighbor is liable, it should be covered under the liability portion of your neighbors property insurance policy if he selected liability coverage when he purchased his policy.
