Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Wisconsin
county plats incorrect
i own 4.5 acres of property that has been in our family for almost 40yrs. my son lives on it. the across the road neighbor says 50ft of my
property from the private road is his and he is going to cut down trees on it. county released new maps and 12ft of it could be his. this area is my driveway and the utility easement. anything i can do? he's come onto property with a gun, i've talked to sheriff,he said to call if he threatens in anyway. he also keeps taking down my no trespass signs.
1 Answer from Attorneys
Real Estate Boundary Disputes
Any time that a boundary dispute cannot be resolved peacefully, the only legal option other than ignoring it is to sue. The doctrine of adverse possession may provide you with legal defenses to the new alleged "owner's" claims. If there is any ambiguity as to ownership, most courts will quickly issue a temporary restraining order to preserve the status quo pending a final decision by the court on where the boundaries should be. You need to consult with a lawyer soon because many time limits apply in these situations, meaning that you could lose you rights if you do not assert them quickly.
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