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[Nittany Ned2]

Nfm

 

[ForesterGump]

I don't have a house in the burbs, but from the rural aspect, I know you're not allowed to increase runoff unto the neighbors property. I have a neighbor that has a leaking pond. The legal stuff I have read says I could sue for trespass for him to make repairs.

I did have a problem with a neighbor that involved lighting. I told him about the problem, and they ignored me. I didn't tell him twice. I took him to the zoning officer. It took awhile, and I had to keep after the zoning officer, but I got the lighting problem taken care of. They now ask me for permission.

Not a lawyer, so take it for what its worth.

 

[rillo 62]

I know this is a game day but I have to ask anyway. My neighbor recently installed a small paver patio between our houses to store garbage/recycling cans. In addition, they ran a downspout out from their house so that the drainage clearly runs onto my property and is causing extensive damage to a large patio in my back yard. I have an estimate of $10,000 to repair and mitigate future damage.

My question is how should I approach the issue with the neighbor? What are the legal liabilities for storm water runoff?

FWIW, I'm pretty certain my neighbor is completely clueless to the issue even though I have raised concerns in the past.

http://realestate.findlaw.com/neighbors/water-damage-and-neighbor-disputes.html

 

[PSU_Nut]

I know this is a game day but I have to ask anyway. My neighbor recently installed a small paver patio between our houses to store garbage/recycling cans. In addition, they ran a downspout out from their house so that the drainage clearly runs onto my property and is causing extensive damage to a large patio in my back yard. I have an estimate of $10,000 to repair and mitigate future damage.

My question is how should I approach the issue with the neighbor? What are the legal liabilities for storm water runoff?

FWIW, I'm pretty certain my neighbor is completely clueless to the issue even though I have raised concerns in the past.

Document as much as possible with pictures including your damage along with the alterations your neighbor made. Request the storm water manage plan from the township. Then get an attorney. Have him engage them but document all conversations.

 

[klive]

Agree with PSU_Nut on the documentation aspect. Also, if possible, video what is happening during a rain storm. That should also be very evident.

 

[ClarkstonMark]

Did neighbor submit a plan to local zoning board, and get it approved?

 

[Nitt1300]

Thx. This is good info.

I hate to say it but my neighbor is very nice but he uses the phrases "I'm going to call my lawyer" and "small claims court" a lot.

He'll understand a summons, then.

 

[BBG65]

Just kick his butt.

 

[psuro]

Make him watch this Minnesota game.

 

[Phil's Rug]

Thx. This is good info.

I hate to say it but my neighbor is very nice but he uses the phrases "I'm going to call my lawyer" and "small claims court" a lot.

Your neighbor is CR66????

 

[Agoodnap]

I've got an idea. How about speaking with your neighbor, show him the drain problem and the damage. Ask him correct the drain problem and to pay for the damage. His homeowners insurance will probably cover.

 

[PennStateNate]

I've got an idea. How about speaking with your neighbor, show him the drain problem and the damage. Ask him correct the drain problem and to pay for the damage. His homeowners insurance will probably cover.

I highly doubt good neighbor or not, nobody is going to just say "Oh I'm sorry, let me write you a check."

You are going to have to either A) Go to the zoning manager of your area or B) Handle this legally.

 

[mrtailgate]

Get poo
Light poo on doorstep
Ring doorbell
Run

 

[Ranger Dan]

It sounds like he is clearly in the wrong. Ask him whether he had a building permit and whether he had his storm-water handling plans approved by the township/city.

 

[Agoodnap]

Actually, I checked on this and home owners will not cover it.

Not your home owners...your neighbors.