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Neighbor Law: Fences, Trees, Boundaries & Noise

by Editors Of Nolo

A practical guide to everyday neighbor disputes

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A practical guide to everyday neighbor disputes

This legal reference organizes common property and neighborhood conflicts around practical questions: fences and boundary lines, overhanging trees, noise, blocked views, animals, drones, and issues involving nearby businesses. Alongside explanations of rights and responsibilities, it offers tips for addressing problems and restoring neighborly relations. The 12th edition covers updates concerning boundary fences, private nuisances, and secondhand smoke. Because laws can vary by location and change over time, the book’s legal guidance is best understood as a starting point for examining a specific dispute, not as a substitute for advice tailored to local circumstances.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • People seeking a plain-English introduction to common neighbor and property disputes
  • Homeowners or residents dealing with questions about fences, trees, noise, boundaries, or animals
  • Readers looking for practical approaches to resolving neighborhood conflicts

Themes

Property boundaries and shared spacesNeighbor disputes and nuisance issuesPractical conflict resolutionLegal rights and responsibilities

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Book overview

Resolve neighbor conflicts and get peace of mind


Don't let a neighborly nuisance turn into a nasty lawsuit. Learn your rights and responsibilities with Neighbor Law, the plain-English guide to the laws behind common neighbor disputes.


Neighbor Law is more than a legal guide--it's a practical book filled with tips on how to solve problems and restore good neighbor relations. Find out how to handle:



  • noisy neighbors

  • trees that hang over a property line

  • blocked views

  • unclear boundary lines

  • high, unsightly, or deteriorating fences

  • dangers to children ("attractive nuisances")

  • problems with neighboring businesses

  • drones trespassing onto your property

  • animal issues.


The 12th edition includes updated laws on boundary fences, private nuisances, and secondhand smoke.



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