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0 Answers | Asked in Construction Law, Environmental and Land Use & Zoning for California on
Q: I live in Lake County,CA fire area. I Need Prelim- Injunction to stop New Builders from put WOOD Fence under Tree stand.

I partially saved my property in the inhialating 2016 Lower Lake Clayton Fire, including a Stand of 50 year old Eucalyptus Trees that line my 100 foot long driveway & property line. 6 Trees

1 acre land.

New Builders want to errect a 6 foot WOOD fence Directly Under my... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning and Real Estate Law for South Carolina on
Q: I have land in South Carolina and I am trying to build on it. Do I have to have a address if I do not want one?

I need to know what law requires that I must have a address to build a house on my rural land? The planning and development departments' website in Wagner county states that they 'request' an address on my behalf. I have explained to them I am denying that request and want to build a... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Land Use & Zoning and Municipal Law for Virginia on
Q: Does the management company for a condo HOA have to follow the same rules as it's owners? In what cases does it not?

I have erected a storage device in my covered parking space. I have requested an exception which has been denied.

However, the management company and the HOA are storing various equipment and past project supplies throughout the covered garages on the property not designated by the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Construction Law, Land Use & Zoning and Real Estate Law for Pennsylvania on
Q: Can I require the city to enforce an Env Impact Assessment (EIA) before allowing construction on land near my home?

What are the basic steps I can take to raise environmental concerns with the city about the proposed development?

1 Answer | Asked in Land Use & Zoning, Real Estate Law and Tax Law for Mississippi on
Q: I live in Walthall County Mississippi. Question: Will having a Family Cemetery on real property make it tax exempt?

And you live there too?

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answered on Oct 4, 2024

Establishing a family cemetery on your property in Walthall County, Mississippi, may offer certain tax benefits, but it doesn't automatically make the land fully tax-exempt. The exemption typically depends on how the property is used and whether it meets specific criteria set by local and... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Land Use & Zoning for California on
Q: Stolen cars parked outside my fence where mine is at can I be charged
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answered on Oct 2, 2024

I'm sorry you're experiencing this situation. It's important to consult with a qualified attorney who can provide you with legal advice specific to your circumstances.

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0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning for Virginia on
Q: Is it legal to be towed for an expired plate? The lease agreement has nothing stating it. Nor there any signs at lot.

I looked through our contract and there is no mention of the "reasons for towing" section that was signed. Additionally, there are no signs at the entrances to the lot stating you could be towed. I received no paperwork or receipt from the tow driver. The reason for towing was an expired... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning for Georgia on
Q: What are the rules/laws for Cobb county property line fence installation.

Do both neighbors have to agree when one wants to erect a fence on the property line?

0 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law, Civil Litigation, Environmental and Land Use & Zoning for Arizona on
Q: Developers stripped land causing a rat explosion at my home of 50 years . Do they have any laws about the impact

It was desert and farm land for 100 years. I've never seen rats and the bugs they coexist with . Do they have responsibility for uprooting the animals causing these problems.

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning for Connecticut on
Q: How is the price of an Affordable Unit in a new Affordable condo development determined? Thanks

The new units will be appox. 470,000. all are 2 bed 2 bath with garage

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning for New Jersey on
Q: Can I secure access to a landlocked property through an easement by necessity or by obtaining access off Route 78 from t

I’m interested in purchasing a landlocked property at 190 Mountain Ave in Warren, NJ, which may have been part of a farm before Route 78 was added. The only reasonable access is either through the neighbor’s property, who has refused to grant an easement, or by getting access from Route 78.

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning for Michigan on
Q: Can I live in my car on the land I want to buy

I was thinking about putting slab down and parking on it and have a electric box next to car. Just to save up to put a small home on it ..This is in mount pleasant Michigan. If you have any info if I'll be in violation or for how long or would be allowed I would appreciate it

0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning for Georgia on
Q: If a fence is on the neighbors property do they have the right to remove it themselves

Fence was agreed upon with prior neighbor and installed 10 years ago. Home has since been bought out, demolished and new investors want to take our fence down.

1 Answer | Asked in Real Estate Law, Arbitration / Mediation Law and Land Use & Zoning for Louisiana on
Q: What steps do we take in getting my father's & aunt's portion of their inheritance?

My father and his 2 siblings (a sister and a brother) have just obtained a judgement of possession on a property that was their parents. My father's brother lives on the property and feels as though he should be allowed to continue living there and not have to buy out my father nor my aunt. My... View More

Randy Bryan Ligh
Randy Bryan Ligh
answered on Sep 26, 2024

If the co-owners or property cannot get along and/or disagree with the use of the property, then one can go to Court and force a sale of the property ----I would suggest that you contact an attorney in your area to consult as to the process for doing this. Good luck.

1 Answer | Asked in Intellectual Property, Land Use & Zoning and Real Estate Law for Idaho on
Q: My dad built a house on someone's else's property he passed, do I have any rights to it,
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answered on Sep 27, 2024

When your dad built a house on someone else’s property, it complicates matters legally. The key issue here is that the land belongs to someone else, and ownership of a house generally follows ownership of the land it’s built on. Unless there is a specific agreement or legal documentation that... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Land Use & Zoning and Real Estate Law for Ohio on
Q: What are my options if I was sold a property without knowing the boundary line is inside my garage?

I purchased a property in 2024, my mortgage survey showed my west boundary line 3 feet outside of my garage. My neighbor is building a house and presented me with a pin survey he had completed in 2023 showing the boundary line is 5.5 feet inside my garage. I have started the process of going... View More

Bruce Martin Broyles
Bruce Martin Broyles
answered on Sep 24, 2024

Have a survey performed, and if your neighbor is correct file a temporary restraining order against further construction and a declaratory judgment action for the court to determine the rights of the parties. It is not when you purchased the property, but when the home was constructed, (or may be... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning and Gov & Administrative Law for California on
Q: What is a citizen's recourse when a city takes actions that are in contravention of California Government Code?

City of Novato has approved or has pending three requests for developer's entitlement to density bonus under AB 2011, in violation of Gov Code Section 65583.2. No demolition has commenced at project sites.

Robert Kane
Robert Kane
answered on Sep 23, 2024

I suggest you quickly contact and organize other citizens that share your concern. Where city is in the process will dictate how you and the others proceed. If you haven't already, contact your elected officials.

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0 Answers | Asked in Land Use & Zoning for South Carolina on
Q: Spartanburg County. Legally shoot recreationally in my backyard.

I live in Chesnee SC Spartanburg County. I can't find any laws or Ordinances. But can I legally shoot in my backyard. Recreationally. With a proper backstop of course.

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