Originally Posted By: anthropic
Originally Posted By: Bassackwards
I'm purchasing a shared 13-acre pond and I will own 95% of it. One other person will purchase the other 5% in front of their home. I don't necessarily have a problem with them using the pond as long as they remain respectful and keep it to fishing. What can/should I do to protect myself legally if they are using my portion? Thanks


Good fences make for good neighbors. Possibly you can delineate their area via some roped together buoys. If you go with shared (I wouldn't, but that's irrelevant) pond, you really need to have clear boundaries set & confirmed in writing.


Be better to avoid it altogether, or create a levee along the property line.