{"id":376086,"date":"2017-11-07T14:12:17","date_gmt":"2017-11-07T19:12:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.findlaw-admin.com\/ability-law\/state\/pennsylvania-law\/property-line-and-fence-laws-in-pennsylvania.html"},"modified":"2025-07-01T10:16:41","modified_gmt":"2025-07-01T15:16:41","slug":"property-line-and-fence-laws-in-pennsylvania","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/state\/pennsylvania-law\/property-line-and-fence-laws-in-pennsylvania.html","title":{"rendered":"Property Line and Fence Laws in Pennsylvania"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Property Line and Fence Laws in Pennsylvania<\/h1>\n
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\n By Christie Nicholson, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Property line and fence laws in Pennsylvania are designed to resolve conflicts among neighbors such as boundary lines, fence construction, or ownership responsibilities for trees.<\/blockquote>\r\n

If good fences make for good neighbors, then a bad fence can be a source of friction. In Pennsylvania, property line disputes<\/a> are a common source of litigation. Whether it’s a disagreement over the maintenance of a fence or tree branches encroaching on your neighbor’s yard, disputes between neighbors can be difficult to solve.<\/p>\r\n

This article discusses Pennsylvania’s fence laws and how they may impact your property. It also explains Pennsylvania’s "consentable line" rules for determining boundary lines and property rights<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n

Property owners can often resolve property disputes with a quick conversation. However, there are times when it seems like your neighbor refuses to be reasonable. If you are in this situation, consider contacting a local real estate attorney<\/a>. We’ve also included several links to helpful FindLaw articles on important topics at the bottom of this page.<\/p>\r\n

Pennsylvania Property Line and Fence Laws: What You Need To Know<\/h2>\r\n

It’s hard to imagine that a new fence installation<\/a> could lead to a neighbor dispute. However, courts often have to resolve disputes over fences, trees, and property lines.<\/p>\r\n

If your neighbor dispute gets out of hand, speaking with either a real estate lawyer<\/a> or a personal injury attorney<\/a> for legal advice might be a good idea. Before you do this, however, you should familiarize yourself with Pennsylvania’s laws regarding property lines, fences, and property boundary disputes.<\/p>\r\n

The fence laws in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania are gathered below. Remember to review your municipal ordinances and county regulations regarding new fences, adverse possession<\/a>, and tree lines.<\/p>\r\n

An additional consideration – if you live in a community with a homeowners’ association<\/a> (HOA), consult their bylaws to ensure you aren’t violating any rules. HOA bylaws are frequently more stringent than state and municipal codes.<\/p>\r\n

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