Really, there are things that might come up as you interact face to face with an attorney on how to remedy the problem. If you do not want to make an offer directly, you can consult an attorney about using a land trust. Is there any ability on your part to acquire the property. I would speak with an attorney rather than letting additional time pass during which time your rights can be impacted, but the problem may work out with a sale. You should review whether such coverage was excluded from your policy.Īnother question is whether this will clear itself up if the property is sold. Note, that you might have coverage through your title insurance if there is a boundary dispute. I suggest, however, you have a local attorney send a letter. Also, if you can get your hands on a metal detector as well, run it around the corners of your property where he removed the rebar. If your neighbor is so sure your land is his, perhaps hed split the cost with you. You could also spring for a fresh survey.
I would not get immediately worked up since the burden would be on the neighbor to establish rights through very specific, long-term requirements. Again, IANAL, but in some states hed be in a heap of trouble for moving a surveyors mark. Inquire with your local state's attorney concerning the removal of the stakes.īeyond that, it sounds like you may have a boundary dispute that could hinge on the past use of the property.
There is a specific criminal statute covering this.
