Where can I build a new fence?
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Where can I build a new fence?
New residence purchase and of course a new survey done. I want to build a privacy fence next to my new neighbor which I have not met and want to obey all laws. I will not ask him to help finance the purchase so how close to the property
line should I set posts?
Asked on August 15, 2018 under Real Estate Law, Alabama
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Keep all parts of the fence within your property. It can be right up to the property line, so long as you don't go over it. Whatever is the part of the fence that will be closest to your neighbor's house, that part needs to be on your land, even if only barely. As long as nothing protudes onto your neighbor's land, you are ok--at least according to the law generally; you will also want to check local zoning and building ordinances, to see if there is any required setback. If there is, make sure to comply with it.
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