How can I prevent my neighbor from unlawfully expanding his property?
January 10, 2022 | 50,00 EUR | answered by Paul Heuser
Dear lawyer,
I am writing to you with great concern about my neighbor, who is unlawfully expanding his property. For some time now, I have been observing him erecting new fences and moving boundary stones to take over more land. The current situation shows that he has already encroached on a part of my property and I fear that he will continue to exceed his boundaries.
This situation is causing me great concern as I am worried that my neighbor is expanding his property without permission, thereby violating my rights as the owner. I want to prevent him from unlawfully expanding his property further and affecting my ownership.
Can you please show me possible solutions on how to legally proceed against the unauthorized expansion of my neighbor's property? What steps should I take to protect my ownership and stop my neighbor's boundary violations? I am grateful for any assistance and advice you can provide me in this matter.
Thank you in advance.
Yours sincerely,
Wolfgang Zellmann
Dear Mr. Zellmann,
I understand your concern regarding the unauthorized enlargement of your neighbor's property and the possible impact on your own property. In such cases, it is important that you act quickly to protect your rights as a property owner.
Firstly, you should try to contact your neighbor and address the unauthorized enlargement of their property. Perhaps they are not aware that they are encroaching on your boundaries and can rectify the situation. If this is not successful or if your neighbor continues to claim your property, you should consider taking legal action.
One option could be to hire a lawyer specializing in property law. A lawyer can assist you in defending your rights and taking action against the unauthorized enlargement of your neighbor's property. Together, you can explore the possibility of obtaining an injunction to stop the boundary violations.
Furthermore, you should gather all relevant documents that support your ownership rights, such as land registry excerpts or boundary surveys. These can serve as evidence to substantiate your claims.
It is crucial that you do not remain passive and let the situation escalate. The sooner you take action, the better you can protect your property and stop your neighbor's unauthorized actions.
I hope that this information is helpful to you and I am available for further advice. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any more questions or need legal assistance.
Sincerely,
Paul Heuser, Attorney
