How long do I have to give neighbor to remove fence from property

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How long do I have to give neighbor to remove fence from property

I just had my property surveyed after husband passed away because of
dispute with his brotherneighbor

Neighbor’s fence and gate is on my property – I want to send certified
letter of need to remove ….. how long do I have to give him to
remove fence?

Asked on July 20, 2017 under Real Estate Law, West Virginia

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 6 years ago | Contributor

There is no hard-and-fast length of time: you only need to provide him a "reasonable" time. In my experience, for something like this, sixty - ninety days should be reasonable; I'd recommend 90 days, and if he responds favorably but just needs a bit more time to arrange for it, you should give him a further extention in writing. This way, you show that the neighbor has a fair opportunity to do this, and so if they fail to do so, it is their fault, not yours.


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