Neighbor Law: Fences, Trees, Boundaries and Noise [Paperback]

Cora Jordan (Author)

Book Description

Series: Neighbor Law: Fences, Trees, Boundaries & Noise | Publication Date: November 2001

Is a neighboring business driving you crazy? Too much noise from next door? Run-off from up the hill threatening to drown your yard?

Learn your rights and responsibilities with Neighbor Law, Nolo’s clear-cut, comprehensive guide to the laws concerning common neighbor disputes. The popular bestseller covers:

* fences * trees * boundaries * blocked views * noise * water issues * neighborhood businesses * and more

In plain English, Neighbor Law explains how to find the law in each circumstance and resolve disputes outside the court -- but if you must go to small claims court, this popular book gives you the information you need. The 4th editon provides a new chapter on neighborhood businesses as well as new Internet resources.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

The world is full of barking dogs and trespassing trees, spite fences and 2 a.m. rock fests, but your neighbor's lack of consideration needn't be your lifelong headache. The Nolo Press guide to Neighbor Law, eruditely and accessibly written by attorney Cora Jordan, explains all the laws relevant to noise, obstructed views, and invading branches and roots, boundary lines, fences, and attractions that might be dangerous to children (such as an open swimming pool), otherwise known as "attractive nuisances." But it's not enough to merely know the legal facts. Jordan also delves into how to research local laws, how to approach the offending neighbor, and how, if it comes to this, to explore mediation or the final justice of the small-claims court. In today's world, it takes more than a good fence to make a good neighbor; thoughtfulness and tact would be nice, but as they are often in short supply, knowledge of the law is a necessary first step toward solving your neighborly disputes. --Stephanie Gold --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Library Journal

Most of us have experienced the problems attorney Jordan discusses in this practical, easy-to-understand legal guide. Such difficulties include noisy neighbors, damaged or destroyed trees, overhanging branches, obstruction of view, boundary lines, trespassing, and fences. She outlines a strategy for dealing with almost any kind of neighbor problem, starting with friendly negotiation and, if truly necessary, going all the way to court. Jordan offers advice on legal research, explaining how to find state and local law and statute citations. Recommended for public libraries.
- Fern Sikkema, Schnader, Harrison, Segal & Lewis, Washington, D.C.
Copyright 1991 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: NOLO; 4th edition (November 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0873376501
• ISBN-13: 978-0873376501
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,224,726 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

20 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, August 8, 2000

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jerseymca "jerseymca" (Oakland, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Neighbor Law: Fences, Trees, Boundaries & Noise (3rd ed) (Paperback)

Nolo Press covers law for the rest of us. Easy to read, covers topics that are relevant, clearly makes its points. Possibly best for readers in California. Odds are, a book from Nolo Press is worth buying. This is no exception.

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Book Every Homeowner Should Own, July 1, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Neighbor Law: Fences, Trees, Boundaries & Noise (3rd ed) (Paperback)

Excellent informative book covering topics that every homeowner will eventually have to deal with. A must have!

12 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars From zoning and nuisance scenarios to starting a petition, November 7, 2001

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Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Neighbor Law: Fences, Trees, Boundaries and Noise (Paperback)

From handling water issues and overhanging trees to problems with neighboring businesses and vague boundary lines, professional attorney Cora Jordan's Neighbor Law provides an updated edition of a classic title which outlines neighbor rights and responsibilities, from zoning and nuisance scenarios to starting a petition. Excellent, practical advice.