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Potential Dispute of Land Survey
Hi All,
Purchased our house 16 years ago with an existing fence. Lived peacefully for years until our neighbors moved and sold their home. New neighbors have been there for approx. 4 years. Two years ago, we had a survey done from the “original” land survey company who plotted the subdivision back in the day so we can add improvements to our land. They put stakes where the line is and also provided a paper of existing fences are. The plat shows fence is on the line. We extended our fence about 3 feet since for additional privacy.
Through “gossip” from the neighbors, they are claiming the fence is on their property. My questions are the following:
1. If on the property, wouldn’t the title company when neighbor purchased have an issue with this before buying the house?
2. If they have a survey from a different surveyor and it differs from the “original” survey that plotted the land, if it went to court, wouldn’t the original take precedent over theirs?
3. Im pissed they are spreading BS lies to the neighbors and the city at this point. I just want to send out an email and correct their wrong.
4. I offered to move the fence so there wasn’t any dispute, however, they know if it’s moved they would have to spend money for a new fence to keep their dogs in. It’s the lie that urks me.
What do you recommend. Thanks!
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