Land Registry records the general position of the boundaries in each registered title using an adapted large scale Ordnance Survey plan.

This title plan may not accurately represent the true ground positions of the boundaries. So what happens, for instance, if your neighbour complains that a new fence or wall  is overlapping their land. What if their new extension takes up part of a pathway between your houses. A minor disagreement can quickly become a full-scale dispute involving solicitors’ letters and threats of court action. The whole situation can quickly become very stressful for all concerned. Even more damaging can be the costs involved. Ultimately, the cost of protecting your right to land in court could run in to thousands, so it pays to think long and hard before rushing into legal action.

Maltby Land Surveys Ltd can advise you on all aspects of boundary demarcation. Arbitration is often the best way ahead but whatever your course of action, it makes sense to involve a professional land surveyor early to help clarify the options available.