Fence question

[Guest]

15 years back i purchased a house where the responsibility for the fences was for myself.
On the day of moving in, one of the neighbours had arranged for a new fence to be constructed - which was exactly where the old fence was.
He then moved out and sold the house.

So as it stands, the fence remains in place - i am responsible for the fence on this boundary, but the former owner of next door arranged for and paid for it to be built.

The fence needs replacing.
Who is now responsible? The old neighbour arranged for the fence to be installed, but on the deeds its my responsibility. Does the fact he bought and paid for it, but its on the boundary that i am responsible for mean its my fence?

Just want to check the situation before i raise the replacement with the current neighbour.

Is the fence now mine and does the maintenance fall to me, or as it the neighbours fence, but my responsibility to maintain?

[des8]

If the land Registry title say that you have responsibility for the fence it does not mean you have a liability to maintain it. (unless it is covenanted that it must be maintained)

It means that it is your responsibility but it is entirely up to you what you do with it. You can actually let it fall down, (provided it does not cause damage) and leave it.

The fence the previous neighbour erected belongs to the current occupier of that property, and it is for him to ensure it does no damage and is maintained.

It is a good idea to meet with your neighbour to come to an agreement if you are worried about issues such as maintenance or alterations. The chances are high that you will find an agreeable solution.