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Fence Considerations (BC)
What is Fence Considerations (BC) in British Columbia?
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Unlike Alberta and other provinces, British Columbia does not have a dedicated 'Fence Act'. Fence disputes are typically resolved under the common law of nuisance and trespass, the Property Law Act, RSBC 1996, c. 377, and — where relevant — municipal bylaws and Small Claims Court or the Civil Resolution Tribunal (CRT). Common issues include shared-boundary fences (both neighbours typically share costs by agreement), livestock fencing (statutorily addressed in some Livestock Districts), and encroachments. Any boundary or fence-line dispute should be discussed with a BC lawyer familiar with your local jurisdiction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do BC neighbours have to share fence costs?
There is no general statutory obligation to share costs; it depends on prior agreement, past practice, and — for boundary fences — the general common-law principle that both benefit. Municipal bylaws may impose additional rules. Consult a BC lawyer for disputes.
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