Boundary Disputes and Determination

Boundary disputes are becoming increasingly common for property owners. If you find yourself at odds with your neighbour over where the boundary lies, Core Compliance can provide assistance to help understand, determine, and resolve the matter.

Boundary, Land and Building Disputes

Core Compliance works with clients to help them understand their position regarding any boundary dispute and what steps are available to resolve the situation.

Desktop Review

We can undertake initial desktop studies of information provided and publicly available online to give an initial indication on boundary positions.

Site Inspection

We can undertake a site inspection with our client to review the boundaries in person and discuss the client's concerns in detail.

Measured Surveys

We undertake measured surveys using state-of-the-art equipment to provide accurate measurements of boundary features and land positions.

Drone Surveys

We can take aerial photography of land and properties by utilising our drone to produce annotated photographs for use in reports and proceedings.

Expert Witness

We produce impartial reports in accordance with Part 35 of the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) for use in litigation and cross-examination.

Dispute Resolution

We assist and support clients in dispute resolution procedures, acting in various capacities to aid a determination on a boundary position.

Why Choose Core Compliance for Boundary Disputes?

Expert Advice

With extensive knowledge of land and property law, Core Compliance are industry leaders in boundary matters and dispute resolution.

Personal Approach

We understand boundary disputes can be stressful. We offer a personal approach to comfort and support our clients throughout the process.

Clear Reporting

We offer varying degrees of report options for our clients, providing professional surveying input within most clients' budgets.

Litigious Matters

Our team is experienced in various complex and litigious surveying matters, working with solicitors to form dispute resolution strategies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about boundary disputes and how Core Compliance can help.

Boundary disputes commonly arise from unclear or conflicting title deeds, historical encroachment by fences or structures, changes to the land over time, or differing interpretations of Land Registry plans. Development activity, such as extensions or new builds, can also trigger disagreements about exactly where a boundary lies.

Boundaries are determined by reference to title deeds, conveyancing documents, historical maps, Land Registry plans, and physical features on the ground. Where documents are unclear or contradictory, a measured survey combined with careful analysis of historical evidence is often required to establish the most likely intended boundary position.

A measured survey uses state-of-the-art equipment to precisely record the positions of boundary features such as walls, fences, hedges, and structures. This data is then compared against title plan dimensions to help establish the legal boundary position. Core Compliance uses laser scanning and drone technology to deliver highly accurate survey data.

Yes. Core Compliance can prepare impartial expert witness reports compliant with CPR Part 35 for use in litigation and court proceedings. Our reports are objective, evidence-based, and structured to meet the requirements of the courts, helping solicitors and clients present a clear technical case.

Resolution timescales vary considerably. Many boundary disputes can be resolved through negotiation and agreement between the parties within weeks or months. However, disputes that proceed to formal dispute resolution or litigation can take considerably longer. Core Compliance aims to facilitate early, cost-effective resolution wherever possible.

Costs depend on the complexity of the dispute, the evidence available, and the level of service required — from a desktop review to a full CPR Part 35 expert witness report. Core Compliance offers varying degrees of report options to suit most budgets and will provide a clear cost estimate before commencing any work.

Resolve Your Boundary Dispute

Contact Core Compliance for an informal discussion about your boundary concerns. We can help you understand your options and what we can deliver at each step of the process.

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