Neighboring Fence Maintenance

Neighboring Fence Maintenance

Maintaining a harmonious and neighborly relationship requires adjoining landowners to adhere to several duties.  These duties range from the duty not to encroach, the duty to maintain adjoining trees, and the topic of this blog which is the duty of fence maintenance....
What to Look For In a Property Survey?

What to Look For In a Property Survey?

What is a Property Survey and Why is it Important? Purchasers of commercial and residential real estate property may come across recorded surveys or request a property survey to be done in connection with a property transaction for a number of reasons. A property...
Understanding “Grandfathered Property Rights”

Understanding “Grandfathered Property Rights”

When facing a property dispute, many astute homeowners will look up the local ordinances that govern the subject property to defend their position. What Are Grandfathered Property Rights in Real Estate? In the context of real estate, grandfathered property rights for...
Help! My Neighbor Is Building A Fence

Help! My Neighbor Is Building A Fence

It’s a classic problem for homeowners, especially homeowners in a densely populated area like Los Angeles – a new neighbor moves in next door and announces their plans to build a big new wall or fence between your properties.  Often times the neighbor may want to...