It is important to approach your neighboring building for access to your property early and with transparency, as money and access can often be sticking points, and legal action may be necessary if negotiations fail. (Print: BE CANDID AND HOLD FIRM)
It is important to approach your neighboring building for access to your property early and with transparency, as money and access can often be sticking points, and legal action may be necessary if negotiations fail. (Print: BE CANDID AND HOLD FIRM)
Obtaining access agreements for repairs that require access to neighboring properties can be challenging. Changes in laws and enhanced safety measures have made these agreements more complex. Reciprocal access agreements, where both buildings may need access to each other at some point, can help level the playing field and avoid one party being excessively demanding.
Gaining access to a neighboring building means that boards have to cooperate with each other.
Negotiating an access agreement is a delicate process.
When requesting access, some terms can be unreasonable.