A homeowner was left utterly stunned after discovering their neighbour had taken it upon themselves to move the fence dividing their properties without any prior discussion or agreement.
The unsuspecting resident returned home to find the boundary line had shifted, encroaching on their garden space. "I was absolutely gobsmacked," they admitted. "You just don't expect someone to make such a significant change without even mentioning it."
The Shocking Discovery
The dispute began when the homeowner noticed their garden appeared smaller than usual. Upon closer inspection, they realised the fence had been moved by several feet, effectively reducing their outdoor space.
"At first I thought I was imagining things," they explained. "But when I measured it against old photos, there was no doubt - the fence had definitely been moved."
Attempts at Resolution
When confronted, the neighbour initially claimed the fence had "always been in that position." However, after the homeowner produced photographic evidence, the tone of the conversation changed.
"They tried to argue it was just 'tidying up' the boundary," the homeowner recalled. "But moving a fence by that much is hardly a minor adjustment."
The Unexpected Outcome
After several tense discussions, the neighbour surprisingly agreed to move the fence back to its original position. "I think they realised they were completely in the wrong," the homeowner said.
Property experts warn that such boundary disputes can escalate quickly and recommend always consulting official plans before making changes. "The deeds clearly show where the boundary should be," the homeowner added. "It's just common courtesy to discuss these things first."
