Land Dispute Neighbor Encroachment: Seeking Help (Srinivasan, Chennai)

Ans: If the survey confirms that your neighbor has encroached on your land, here are the steps you can take:

Gather all documents: Ensure you have your sale deed, Patta, survey report, and any other legal documents to prove ownership.

Legal Notice: Send a legal notice to your neighbor, along with evidence of the encroachment, demanding removal of the boundary wall.

Talk to Local Authorities: Approach the local Tahsildar or revenue authorities with your documents and survey report. They can assist in resolving boundary disputes.

File a Police Complaint: If the neighbor refuses to cooperate, file a police complaint for trespassing and illegal encroachment.

Civil Suit: As a last resort, file a civil suit in the court to reclaim your encroached land.

Consult a lawyer specializing in property disputes to guide you through the process.

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K. Ramalingam, MBA, CFP,

Chief Financial Planner,

www.holisticinvestment.in