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I bought a house in a century-old neighborhood in Harnett County, NC with information indicating it had two sheds. A neighbor, who purchased his home around the same time as me, believes part of my shed may be on his property, impacting his desire to expand his driveway. We've been using the... View More 
I'm a property owner in a major subdivision lacking a preliminary plat, which I need to obtain a septic permit. HOA rules are also involved. What steps can I take to address this issue and move forward with my plans?
I want to know if I can place a lien on my neighbor's home because they installed a spite fence right on our property line, violating the neighborhood rules and covenants that require structures to be 10 feet from the line. The neighbor admitted they installed the fence out of retribution for... View More
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answered on May 1, 2025
You will need to hire a NC lawyer to file suit to mandate the removal of the fence for restriction violation. The restrictions only matter if the adjoining landowner enforces them. It may not be worth it.
Our HOA is trying to determine if a gravel "road" should be maintained by the HOA or if it's a private driveway. The road has been used as a driveway by the homeowner, who has maintained it for 10 years. It's not shown on the county GIS or Google Maps. The developer claims it... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
This kind of situation can be tricky, especially when the history and paperwork are a bit unclear. Since the road isn’t shown on the county GIS or maps but was referenced as “road C” on earlier plans, there’s room for different interpretations. The fact that the property line runs down the... View More
I own land adjacent to my brother's property, where he has developed a landfill. He recently filed for a "landfill permit expansion," which I believed was limited to his newly acquired lots and one lot that I currently own and plan to sell to him later. However, he also included my... View More
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answered on May 14, 2025
This situation is painful, especially when it involves family, but you still have the right to protect your property. If you only intended to give permission for one specific lot and your brother used that signature to justify expanding the landfill onto other land—including acreage not yet... View More
I live in a rural neighborhood, and a developer plans to convert nearby land into an apartment complex. The community is against this development due to concerns about increased traffic, obstruction of views, and potential environmental impacts, such as runoff carrying car oils from the complex... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
To prevent the apartment complex development, it’s important to organize your community and present a unified front. Start by attending the zoning meeting in April and voice your concerns about the traffic, environmental, and aesthetic impacts of the development. Make sure to bring specific... View More
I'm selling my house in AZ and plan on moving to North Carolina, within an hour drive of Charlotte. If I buy a house on 6 acres can I build other houses on the land and rent them out?
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answered on Jan 12, 2024
The ability to add additional properties on a 6-acre parcel and rent them out depends on the specific zoning regulations and land use restrictions imposed by the local jurisdiction in North Carolina. Zoning laws vary between municipalities, and they dictate how land can be used, including whether... View More
Offer paying 2000 cash & then 3,000. I deposited the check into my account later that week discovering they had put a stop/ cancelled the check they refuse answer or respond to my calls or texts..it's been a year and still nothing. What are my rights and what should I do to retain my... View More
answered on Sep 18, 2023
I do not fully understand what you are asking, but if the deed is still in your name then you still own the property.
Unless they have changed the law, I thought that it stated that county can’t zone out production of livestock as a city can, due to NC being a right to farm State.
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answered on Jul 21, 2023
In North Carolina, the lawful production of livestock generally refers to raising and breeding animals for agricultural purposes. This can include various types of livestock, such as cattle, hogs, poultry, sheep, and goats, among others. The specific rules and regulations regarding the production... View More
Is it legal or possible in NC to take ownership of vehicle so repairs can be made? The vehicles also need to be inspected, have insurance put on them, and tags and registration.
answered on Jul 3, 2023
You can apply for an abandoned vehicle title, this is done either by filling out the form found online or going to your local DMV office. It will take some time but is possible.
My husband took off in 2018 I paid the mortgage and went to nursing school. I was fine right up.until the pandemic. The mortgage was in his name but the deed in mine. I made the mortgage payments, am I entitled to and of the funds left over from the foreclosure sale? I looked online for some reason... View More
answered on Jun 29, 2023
Based on this fact pattern, you should be the recipient of any excess funds in the foreclosure process. I would advise that you hire an attorney to represent you during this process to ensure that your interests are heard in court.
The property has been recently surveyed. Also what are my future rights, when these hedges become much bigger?
answered on Jun 7, 2023
It depends on various factors, such as whether the plants are damaging your property or somehow decrease its value. You would likely need to consult with an attorney directly, as the attorney would want to see the survey to try to ensure they properly advise you of your rights based on the... View More
The Land Use Agreement was signed by the landowner and I built my house on that land.
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answered on Feb 13, 2023
No...
Have tried several times to get neighbor to meet and agree on boundary. We cannot proceed with our home.
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answered on Dec 20, 2022
You will probably have to sue the other adjoining landowner for a Boundary Line Dispute. It will be difficult and expensive. It does sound like you have an expert witness, and I hope he can persuade the Judge. Quiet Title, Ejectment and Trespass may be additional causes of actions. Hire a NC... View More
Over 10 acre property is designated farmland and holds cattle
Zoned RA
answered on Aug 8, 2022
I would have to review your local County codes to give you accurate advice. My suggestion is to call the County offices and see if you can get confirmation that this is allowable.
Would having a lease agreement between us make it possible for me to remain here for the period of time of the agreement? My concern is being asked to move immediately.
answered on Oct 10, 2021
A life estate means he has rights during his lifetime. If he were to pass away, you don't have a life estate too. You may want to get a written agreement with the home owner, like an option to enter into a lease agreement if your husband dies.
This truck has been sitting in my parking spot for a long time on my property. I havent made the payment in over a month. I haven't been contacted via email,text, call, or mail. I'm wondering if it would be possible to keep the truck after it been there for so long. (Storage lien or... View More
answered on Aug 16, 2021
Perhaps if you made the payment(s) to get your account up to date>?
I have been paying the taxes and maintenance for land for over 10 years straight. Land is currently owned by me, my mom, and brother. Legally I am 66.66 owner the remainder is split between my mom and brother. Can I seek fully ownership in the state of North Carolina since I have been fully paying... View More
answered on Jul 12, 2021
No, but you can demand that your family pay their portion of the taxes going forward and ask for back taxes. If you do this they may be willing to sell/give you their interest in the land.
My grandma left land in her will to my mother and her uncle. My mother died before I was 18 and left her portion to me. Someone got my uncle to transfer his name off the deed to them. They then filed it with the clerk and is now on the deed with me.. Is this legal? To be considered my uncle was... View More
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answered on Jun 15, 2021
It appears that you are legally a tenant in common of a one half undivided interest with the others as tenants in common of equal interests adding up to one half. But was GrandMother's Will Probated? If not, then it had no effect, and her heirs own the property. Hire a competent attorney... View More
My father passed away. I have a home in front of his and have been living here for 25 years. My stepmom still lives behind me in their home, and now the land is in her name. Can she make me move or do I have rights to part of the land that my home is setting on?
answered on May 27, 2021
Without looking at the deeds, I cannot give you a definitive answer, but based on what you said, I suspect that you have no right to live on the property should your stepmother revoke permission.
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