Background
Mr. and Mrs. S discovered that the boundary between their property and their neighbor’s property was incorrectly shown on the title plan. This discrepancy became particularly concerning when their neighbor notified them of plans to develop their land, which could potentially impact Mr. and Mrs. S’s access to their property.
The Solicitor’s Role
- Initial Assessment: The solicitor conducted a thorough review of the property deeds and title plans to understand the extent of the boundary discrepancy.
- Correspondence: The solicitor initiated correspondence with the neighbor’s solicitor to address the incorrect boundary and the potential impact on access rights.
- Surveyor’s Report: A surveyor was engaged to create an accurate, scaled plan of the agreed boundary.
- Negotiation: The solicitor negotiated with the neighbor’s solicitor to reach an agreement on the boundary and access rights.
- Deed of Settlement: A deed was drafted to formalize the agreed boundary and access rights, which was then signed by both parties and registered with the Land Registry.
Outcome
The solicitor’s proactive approach and legal expertise resolved the boundary dispute amicably, ensuring that Mr. and Mrs. S retained their access rights and preventing potential future conflicts.
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