Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Pennsylvania

Neighbor drilled a well on our property by mistake. She advised us of mistake and we said to be good neighbors we would overlook it. now she wants to take possession of the land. what recourse do we have?


Asked on 8/08/17, 10:42 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Miriam Jacobson Retired from practice of law

By giving her permission, you avoid a claim of adverse possession, by which she may claim legal title if enough years pass. Put this in writing. Better yet, go to a local real estate lawyer and have her create a license that can be recorded in the local land records. That way, it will be clear that you have given permission and that your neighbor does not have a claim for legal ownership.

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.

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Answered on 8/08/17, 10:59 am


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