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fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Real estate

Neighbors Crossing the (Property) Line: What Can You Do About Encroachments After They Happen

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
UK politics

'Our new neighbour is trying to close off a right of way that's been there for generations. Can he?'

fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Real estate

Neighbors Crossing the (Property) Line: What Can You Do About Encroachments After They Happen

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
UK politics

'Our new neighbour is trying to close off a right of way that's been there for generations. Can he?'

fromHomebuilding
3 weeks ago

Why new Compulsory Purchase Order powers are making it easier for the government to take your land

Recent government reforms have simplified the process for Compulsory Purchase Orders, heightening the risk for homeowners and businesses as their lands can be acquired more easily.
Renovation
#real-estate
Miami Marlins
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Supermodel Karolina Kurkova Sues Elite Private Members Club on Miami's 'Millionaire Playground' Where She Owns 6 Properties

Kurkova and Drury are suing a Miami club for allegedly attempting to strip their property interests and intimidate them after they filed complaints.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
11 months ago

A court decision worries developers eyeing Florida's aging condos

New regulations post-building collapse lead to costly condo living and redevelopment of older buildings into luxurious high-rises.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Real estate

Maryland Home Sale Compromised After Family of Squatters Moves in and Changes Locks

Miami Marlins
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Supermodel Karolina Kurkova Sues Elite Private Members Club on Miami's 'Millionaire Playground' Where She Owns 6 Properties

Kurkova and Drury are suing a Miami club for allegedly attempting to strip their property interests and intimidate them after they filed complaints.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
11 months ago

A court decision worries developers eyeing Florida's aging condos

New regulations post-building collapse lead to costly condo living and redevelopment of older buildings into luxurious high-rises.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Real estate

Maryland Home Sale Compromised After Family of Squatters Moves in and Changes Locks

fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Our Neighbors Called the Cops on My 5-Year-Old. Twice! The Reason Why Might Send Us Packing.

The problem isn't your neighbors, their fence, or their fluffy dogs. The problem is you and your belief that your darling, rambunctious 5-year-old has the right to run into other people's yards, play or tease their animals, and draw on their property.
Relationships
#eminent-domain
Silicon Valley real estate
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Elon Musk's New Company Town Tells Residents Their Rights Are Now Optional

Residents of the newly-formed town of Starbase face potential loss of property rights due to proposed zoning restrictions by SpaceX.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

NY's eminent-domain abuse, bye-bye, blue wall and other commentary

The U.S. Supreme Court may reconsider the Kelo decision regarding eminent domain due to ongoing property rights abuses in New York.
Silicon Valley real estate
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Elon Musk's New Company Town Tells Residents Their Rights Are Now Optional

Residents of the newly-formed town of Starbase face potential loss of property rights due to proposed zoning restrictions by SpaceX.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

NY's eminent-domain abuse, bye-bye, blue wall and other commentary

The U.S. Supreme Court may reconsider the Kelo decision regarding eminent domain due to ongoing property rights abuses in New York.
#lawsuit
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

South Africa's land law in the spotlight amid Trump row DW 05/22/2025

"Every country has legislation to ensure a state can, with fair compensation, build public infrastructure, but this Act goes too far outside these accepted international norms."
Right-wing politics
#community-support
fromMoneywise
1 month ago

'I'm within my rights': This NYC business owner erected a 50-foot steel fence on his property, cutting off the sidewalk and 10 parking spots. Now it's causing a neighborhood nightmare

Della Vecchia argues, "Why do I have to consult people to do something on my own property?" highlighting his stance on property rights.
NYC politics
fromHomebuilding
2 months ago

Homeowner furious after being told to take down fence protecting her garden from dog mess

Despite the planning officials confirming no adverse impacts on neighbors or safety, West Lothian Council rejected the application based on perceived visual implications.
Renovation
Renovation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Couple sues Bay Area city over $254,000 home remodeling fine

The couple alleges that city bureaucracy caused significant construction delays, leading to excessive fines.
They argue the fines are unfair and challenge the city's legal authority to impose such penalties.
fromAustin Monitor
2 months ago

Developer appeals denial of right-of-way vacation - Austin Monitor

The decision by the Urban Transportation Commission to reject the street vacation request was primarily influenced by concerns regarding access for neighboring properties, particularly for deliveries.
NYC real estate
fromwww.thelocal.es
2 months ago

Spain's Balearics oppose restrictions on foreigners buying homes

The Director of Institutional Relations and Parliamentary Affairs for the Balearic Islands, Francisca Ramis, opposed restricting foreign home purchases, emphasizing fundamental rights and free market principles.
Europe politics
fromHomebuilding & Renovating
2 months ago

What is the legal height of a hedge between neighbours? Plus, how to avoid any potential disputes

Under the Anti-social Behaviour Act 2003, you can ask a neighbour to reduce the height of a hedge (specifically evergreen or semi-evergreen hedges) if it is adversely affecting the reasonable enjoyment of your home or garden.
Renovation
#new-york-city
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

Landlords want NYC to pay them for neighbors' scaffolding that plagues sidewalks in endless 'Whack-a-mole'

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Landlords want NYC to pay them for neighbors' scaffolding that plagues sidewalks in endless 'Whack-a-mole'

Landlords are suing NYC for unconstitutional property rights violations due to neighboring scaffolding occupying their space without compensation.
#court-ruling
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Multi-millionaire's ex-partner loses bid for share of 18m London home after 'cruel' Alps meeting

Elaborate performances do not equate to legal promises, as a judge ruled against claims for property division.
UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
9 months ago

Plans for home in garden of Victorian Woolwich house despite land grab' dispute

The council approved the housing scheme by exploiting a loophole, which allowed a one-bedroom flat to be added onto a coach house despite ownership concerns from freeholders.
New York City
California
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Newsom vetoes key part of reparations package in another blow to deal

Newsom's veto of the property compensation bill undermines reparations efforts for Black families harmed by discriminatory seizures.
#foreclosure
fromBKReader
10 months ago
Brooklyn

Elderly Man Fears Losing His Home to Deed Scam

Elderly man deceived into signing deed over for repairs, leading to foreclosure.
fromBoston.com
11 months ago
Law

Equity theft is now illegal in Massachusetts, making it possible for some who lost their homes to get money back

A new law in Massachusetts bans 'equity theft' by requiring municipalities to return any remaining equity to former homeowners after selling foreclosed properties.
fromBoston.com
11 months ago
Law

Equity theft is now illegal in Massachusetts, making it possible for some who lost their homes to get money back

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