Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania

my shed was built around 8 years ago by my husband my neighbor is my husbands father who knew when it was built where it was on my property. now that my husband has past away my neighbor wants the shed moved or removed. my question is do I have any rights to keep my shed in place. my neighbor claims that part of it is on his property. If it is why would he complain now not then?


Asked on 6/22/11, 11:30 am

2 Answers from Attorneys

Glenn Brown Real World Law, P.C.

if it is on your neighbor's property a court will likely order u to move it if it has only been 8 years in Pennsylvania

good luck to u

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Answered on 6/22/11, 12:04 pm
Miriam Jacobson Retired from practice of law

If your neighbor is still your father-in-law, he shouldn't be able to ask you to move the shed now, since he was there when it was built and should have objected at the time.

If there is a new owner, there may be an issue. A current survey would show if the shed is over the property line.

You should consult a local real estate lawyer to review all of the facts and documents with you to determine what rights and obligations you have.

This response is not legal advice, since I do not have all of the information that would be required, and I do not have a representation agreement with you.

* If the answers to your question confirm that you have a valid issue or worthwhile claim, your next step should almost always be to establish a dialog with a lawyer who can provide specific advice to you. Contact a lawyer in your county or township.

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Answered on 6/22/11, 12:56 pm


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