Property Falling into the Water

Question: I remember looking at a cottage vacation property that was experiencing a number of issues. The shoreline was eroding fairly quickly and we didn’t want to buy a cottage …

Property Encroachments

Question: My friend just had a survey done, for the purpose of putting a fence up, and found out the carport and driveway next door extend 15 ft.on his property. …

Tree Removal in Mississauga

The City of Mississauga has updated its by-laws concerning trees on private property and their removal. From the City website: “Tree Protection By-laws review The City of Mississauga updated the …

Is a Survey Needed?

Question: My client in Oshawa would like to see if there is a survey for her house (she doesn’t have one). Would the city have something like this? Or does …

Adverse Possession in Rural Area

Question: A property was purchased back in August 2006. New owners have an amicable relationship with the former owners (who are also neighbours) and since purchasing the property from them, …

House Now Blocks Driveway

Question: There is a detached house with a private driveway. The house was enlarged and extended into the driveway, so there is now no private drive at the side of …

Possessory Title Explained

A “possessory title” is a title to property which is not evidenced by the registered chain of title. So, you can’t simply go to the registry office and look up …

Perimeter Fencing ~ Who Owns it?

That’s a good question and it’s not easy to figure out. Well, it starts out easy, but then fences fall down, get repaired or replaced and people move. So, eventually …

Line Fences Act: Very Limited Uses

Disputes between adjoining property owners would frequently arise and would be dealt with under the Line Fences Act. The Act deals with fencing, just fencing and who will pay. It …