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Neighbours’ rights and obligations

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Neighbours' rights and obligations

A good neighbour—until they block your driveway.

Neighbour law often involves heightened emotions. Disputes frequently revolve around property ownership—for example, when a neighbour encroaches on someone else’s land. This is typically seen as a serious violation of one’s property rights. Other common issues include boundary disputes, disagreements over shared foundations, or unlawful nuisance. In our view, these are all problems that can be resolved.

Neighbour law issues arise not only between private individuals, but also between individuals and property developers with adjoining plots.

We regularly serve clients from outside Amsterdam. From Rotterdam to Holysloot, people know how to find us. Thanks to our experience with the complex legal aspects of neighbour law and our up-to-date knowledge of recent case law, we are able to assist all parties involved, particularly in matters concerning:

In many cases, we are able to find a workable solution in consultation with your neighbours—one that respects your legal position. However, there are times when the parties are diametrically opposed, and a clear court ruling becomes necessary

Are your neighbours unwilling to cooperate in resolving the conflict? Or are you simply unable to reach an agreement together? In that case, you can ask the court to make a ruling.

Interested in learning more about neighbour law? Browse our blog articles

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