CA real estate law, determining real property lot lines

It's not likely to be considered abandoned; but there could be confusion as to the property line. Assuming you have had it surveyed or have a copy of the survey, make sure the boundary stakes are visible. Also talk to the neighbor. They may try to use the property to establish an easement. You might offer them a license to use the strip of land. Or put up some kind of fencing to the property line.

When lines are unclear, many times neighbors innocently use to the fence assuming it is the property line. It is your responsibility to make sure the boundaries are clear.

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i would strongly suggest you obtain a survey, then a permit to move your fence, and then I would rebuild the fence on your side of the property line, but only by about 2 to 6 inches.

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