Few neighborhood conflicts escalate faster than property line fence disputes. Building a fence even two inches over your property boundary onto a neighbor's land can trigger court injunctions, mandatory demolition, and expensive title disputes.
Before ordering materials or hiring a contractor, master these essential legal principles to ensure a peaceful, legally compliant build.
1. Order a Pin or Boundary Survey
Never rely on where you "think" the lawn boundary is, or where the grass is mowed. Hire a licensed land surveyor to locate the buried iron boundary pins ($350 - $750). The cost of a survey is insignificant compared to moving a $5,000 fence later.
