Boundary Disputes
Boundary, Fence And High Hedge Dispute Solicitors
Boundary disputes can be frustrating and expensive to resolve. Whether your dispute is straightforward or complex, our specialist property litigation team will give you honest advice about your options whilst supporting you through your legal case.
Osbornes Law approach to boundary disputes
Getting caught up in a long-running boundary dispute can be stressful, and emotions can run surprisingly high when you’re not seeing eye-to-eye with your neighbour. At Osbornes, our focus is on helping you find a resolution that’s as fair and proportionate as possible. We have a dedicated team of boundary dispute lawyers who deal with all types of boundary, fence and hedge disputes. We work hard to settle disputes by negotiation first, to stop costs from spiralling out of control.
Resolving boundary disputes with neighbours
A boundary is an imaginary line separating two or more properties. It does not exist in any physical form, although many people choose to mark their boundary with a fence or wall.
Most neighbours live side-by-side without any boundary problems. Sometimes, however, the neighbours have a different opinion about where the boundary lies, or they may disagree about the type or quality of boundary structure that’s being erected.
At Osbornes Law, we can help with all types of residential boundary disputes, including:
- Disagreement over where a boundary lies
- Objecting to or defending plans to build at or close to a boundary
- Making sure a neighbour complies with their duty to repair a shared boundary
- Injunctions to stop building work that encroaches on your land
- Disputes over high hedges that block out light or a view
- Putting the right Party Wall Agreements in place when doing work on a shared boundary
Boundary disputes can have far-reaching consequences. If the matter goes to court and the decision goes against you, you may have to remove a fence, wall or building and reconstruct it in the correct position. It’s important to seek specialist legal help to resolve your dispute as quickly as possible.
To learn more, contact Osbornes’ residential boundary disputes team today for a free, no-obligation discussion. Alternatively, send us an email and we will call you back.
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"Magdalena Knez is compassionate and really able to see the wood for the trees when handling matters."
"I have found Osbornes to be thorough, clear and understanding from the initial call. They do exactly what they say they will and with passion! I would recommend them to anyone".
"Stephanie Prior is very good with troubled clients and is easily able to make them feel at ease."
"Sophie Davies' guidance and suggested opportunities to strengthen my case as well her experienced and supportive handling of issues that arose over the twenty months, made the whole experience predictable and stress free. I have no hesitation in highly recommending Osbornes."
Osbornes is commended for its 'rare level of commitment'.
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