Summary of Events and Legal Clarifications

Since July 2023, the property boundary was positioned in accordance with HM Land Registry, and all works have been completed on the Myers' Title land.

HM Land Registry has confirmed that no formal lodgement of a boundary dispute exists.

As such, the original title deeds, which clearly define the boundary and ownership markers, remain the legally binding and recognised property line.

This summary outlines the resolved boundary dispute involving Rosa and Murray Bell, highlighting its enduring impact on my personal wellbeing and professional responsibilities.

The sequence of events has involved numerous legal steps, boundary confirmations, and law enforcement interactions. Despite multiple offers to resolve the matter amicably, including formal mediation and court-supported solutions, the situation has been misrepresented in public media.

This document aims to provide additional clarity via a summary of facts.

Unlawful Construction Concerns

Extension Plan Beyond Legal Limits

In April 2020, Rosa and Murray Bell proposed a side-extension beyond their legal boundary and attempted to physically connect their structure to the Myers' garage without consent. This would have eliminated the Myers’ guttering system, causing structural alterations, ongoing rainwater and damp-related damage, and likely reducing the value of the Myers' property.

Ongoing Water Damage from Shed

In addition to this, Rosa and Murray Bell’s existing garden shed discharged rainwater directly onto the Myers’ wall, leading to damp, black mould, and respiratory issues inside the home.

Despite over a year of written requests, Rosa and Murray Bell refused to install a gutter.

Non-Compliance with Party Wall Act

In October 2020, Rosa and Murray Bell received council approval for their side extension but repeatedly declined to appoint a Party Wall surveyor, a legal requirement under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. They also refused to share their boundary survey.

They issued notice to begin construction that would eliminate the Myers’ guttering system and expose their home to water damage. Critically, this required building beyond the legal boundary shown on their own title deed, an unauthorised and unnecessary act they threatened to pursue regardless of the Myers’ independent survey.

As the dividing fence belonged to the Myers, both HM Land Registry and UK Police confirmed the Myers were permitted to reposition it to align with their legal boundary.

Action to Protect Property

In the absence of a Party Wall surveyor and under advice from HM Land Registry, the Myers repositioned their garden fence along the legal boundary to safeguard their home against further water damage and unauthorised construction attempts.