That type of issue is handled locally. You need to call your town offices and ask for the building department.
As long as the fence is on your property, no.
The fence cannot be outside your property line.
Yes, if they own the fence.
If the plants are on your property they may be planted along your neighbors fence. However, climbing plants that will grow over the fence cannot be planted along your neighbors fence. Caveat: Make sure your neighbor has not installed the fence "inside" their property line so it lies a short distance FROM the property line. That is the practice in some areas and is required by the city ordinances in some areas. In that case, the land along the fence would belong to your neighbor. You need to determine where the property line is located and not assume the fence is on the property line.
I'd like to install a chain link fence around my property. Are they difficult to install?
Build a fence. It is not uncommon for land owners to fence off their property to keep people or animals out.
when building a wood fence in the town of Brookhaven what side of the fence is supposed to face my neighbors property
You get written permission from the adjourning property to install your fence and attached to theirs.
If the fence is their property, and not yours; you would need their consent to make any modification to it.
Installing a wood privacy fence in a residential property provides benefits such as increased security, privacy from neighbors, noise reduction, and improved property value.
Typically, if a fence is on a neighbor's property, the neighbor may be responsible for its maintenance and replacement. However, this can depend on local laws and agreements between the neighbors. It’s best to communicate openly with your neighbor and possibly consult local property laws or a legal professional for clarity. If the fence was built as a boundary marker, both parties might share the costs.
To determine the property lines for your fence, you can start by checking your property deed or survey. You can also hire a professional surveyor to accurately mark the boundaries of your property. It's important to follow local regulations and communicate with your neighbors before installing a fence to avoid any disputes.