Can I claim my land back?
Can I claim my land back?
Under the principle of adverse possession, if a person has occupied part or all of a parcel of land that does not belong to them for a long period of time, that person may be able to claim ownership of the land. The period of occupation required is generally more than 12 years (Limitation Act 1969, section 27).
How do you find out who owns a fence?
The transfer or conveyance deed might state who owns it, but if it’s not in writing, then look out for any T-mark to the boundaries. The stalk of the ‘T’ will sit on the boundary and come out into your garden or property, which means that fence is your responsibility.
In NSW, adverse possession may be claimed by an encroaching owner if they have occupied the encroached land for 12 years or more and have satisfied the requirements under the RP Act. However, this is a very technical area of law and care must be taken to understand your rights.
How can I find out who owns land next to my house?
You could:
- ask neighbours or adjoining landowners if they know who the owner(s) might be;
- ask local residents if they have any ideas about who might own it, as they may have lived in the area for a number of years and have ‘local knowledge’;
- ask in the local pub, post office or shop;
What happens if your next door neighbor is building an addition?
Credit: iStock When your next-door neighbor tells you he’s building a two-story addition that abuts your property, brace yourself: Your life may be disrupted and your property damaged.
Why do I want to buy land next to my house?
Legal Services. There are many different reasons why you may want to buy land next to your property. You may love your house, but have a tiny garden or you might want to build an extension to your property or perhaps build a garage and driveway and the additional land would allow you to do that.
What happens if you take your neighbor’s land?
If the owner has not given permission to use the land, the use is considered “hostile”. Another condition in qualifying for adverse possession is “hostile” use. If your neighbor gives you permission to use a portion of his property, you can’t come back later and claim ownership via adverse possession. File a request for clear title.
What do I need to know about building next door?
Know the zoning laws. Setbacks, height and building-mass specifications vary from zoning district to zoning district; don’t assume your neighbor is in your district. Ask the building inspector which boards (planning, zoning, architectural review, historic preservation) need to approve his plans and attend the meetings with other neighbors.