Understand boundary law from a definitive reference on fences, light rights, and sea‑shore property
A Treatise on the Law of Boundaries and Fences offers clear, practical guidance for property owners, surveyors, and legal professionals dealing with land boundaries, adjoining rights, and the rules that govern fences, walls, and window lights.
This volume compiles definitions, principles, and case law on how boundaries are located, measured, and proven. It covers navigable and unnavigable waters, sea-shore boundaries, roadways, and private ways, along with the rights associated with alluvion, reliction, and other boundary phenomena. The text integrates precedent, equity practice, and statutory context to explain how disputes are resolved and what evidence matters.
- Learn how boundaries are established and proved
- Explore the rights and obligations of neighboring owners, including fences and partition lines
- See how courts treat practical location, acquiescence, and ancient documents
- Find guidance on window lights, alluvion, reliction, and other boundary topics
Ideal for readers seeking a thorough, field‑tested understanding of boundary law, property rights along rivers and shores, and the practical tools used by professionals to manage land and disputes.