# Removing a Chain-Link Fence

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**Category:** Factual Questions\
**Created:** [September 6, 2025, 2:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/removing-a-chain-link-fence/1022789 "2025-09-06T14:38:47Z")\
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Here’s a recent thread about the logistics of building a boundary fence.

The relevance to the OP here is all about the “where’s the true property line?” issues. Plus a certain amount of neighbor management.

> [@Opinions about my neighbor building a fence](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/opinions-about-my-neighbor-building-a-fence/1022518):
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> I’ve lived in this house almost 30 years. There is no fence between my property and my neighbor’s. A couple of years ago a young family moved in next door. I’ve had just a few minor interactions with them and they seem pleasant enough. A few days ago the wife approached me while I was outside and told me that they are planning some extensive landscaping and are thinking about adding a fence between our properties, because at some point they may get a dog for their kids. Her main question for me …

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