Legal Question in Insurance Law in Illinois

neighbors wood burner

Can I force a neighbor to carry enough insurance to cover my home and property if his wood-burning stove is within 30 ft. of my attic vent, and is a possible hazard to my home?


Asked on 12/21/08, 11:00 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Matt Belcher Belcher Law Office

Re: neighbors wood burner

No.

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Answered on 12/21/08, 11:02 pm
Motty Stone Law Offices of Motty Stone

Re: neighbors wood burner

No... but if there is a lot smoke going into your attic you may be able to argue that the stove is a nuisance.

In any event, I imagine that a court will not want to get involved in this dispute unless some damage actually occurs. Even if you do go to court, by the way, I doubt you will be able to get your neighbor to pay your insurance.

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Answered on 12/23/08, 7:44 pm


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