Fencing Tips To Avoid Disputes In Your Homeowners Association

Disputes in the homeowners association can happen from time to time no matter how well you treat a fellow neighbor.  Installing a fence on your property may lead to a dispute depending on the manner in which you install it.  As a precaution, there are some must-dos each homeowner should follow.

 

In a homeowners association, there are rules to comply with and those can typically be found on the community website.  Those rules are in place to not only protect the value of your home but also your neighbors.  What should you know before starting your fencing project?

 

 

When installing a new fence, it’s important to know the HOA rules before you begin to avoid any potential issues so update yourself on the latest version of the rules.  You will likely be spending a considerable amount of money for this and violating the rules regarding fences would require you to remove the fence.  Various homeowners associations have mandatory requirements about the height, style, and maintenance that are listed on the community website.

 

One must-do when building a fence is to locate the official property line.  Special importance should be given to this and you may want to have your property surveyed to clarify where the property line is located.  Double check the boundaries of your property to eliminate the risk of having to remove your fence due to a boundary violation.  You want to stay on good terms with your neighbors, right?

 

 

You may live in the same homeowners association for decades, as well as your neighbor.  Occasionally, you might see one another so it’s beneficial to be on good terms.  A dispute over fencing is avoidable by sharing your plans with neighbors beforehand so any potential opposition is resolved.  As a rule, treat neighbors how you expect to be treated and follow-up with the homeowners association about your fencing plans.