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saile32
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What is the name of your state? What is the name of your state? Massachusetts
I am the 'upstream' resident of anunderground drain pipe {12''] behind my and 2 other homes.Both homes have new occupants. Because the catch basin behind my home [the main collector ]backed up caused $10K plus damage to my lower floorand appeared to exhibit some obstruction after an unusual heavy [8'' in 12 hour rain], I had the approximately 500' of pipe and 2 catchbasin and 2 manholes flushed and cleaned [after notify and receiving approval for accass and saying prior occupent had shared cost]. Furthest downstream resident paid 1/3 of cost[$250], middle resident refused,saying realtor did not tell him about drains. I have a developer provided plot plan that showed easement behind 3 lots.
Should easement be on other 2 titles or on my title? Are downstream lot owners resposible to keep drain/12'' pipe open? How do I get legal assurance for shared costs? Am I liable for all cost or is this a shared cost? Expect to sell within 5 years after 38 years and need advice aboutmaking sure next owner is on sound grounds[other homes are in 750 + range]
I am the 'upstream' resident of anunderground drain pipe {12''] behind my and 2 other homes.Both homes have new occupants. Because the catch basin behind my home [the main collector ]backed up caused $10K plus damage to my lower floorand appeared to exhibit some obstruction after an unusual heavy [8'' in 12 hour rain], I had the approximately 500' of pipe and 2 catchbasin and 2 manholes flushed and cleaned [after notify and receiving approval for accass and saying prior occupent had shared cost]. Furthest downstream resident paid 1/3 of cost[$250], middle resident refused,saying realtor did not tell him about drains. I have a developer provided plot plan that showed easement behind 3 lots.
Should easement be on other 2 titles or on my title? Are downstream lot owners resposible to keep drain/12'' pipe open? How do I get legal assurance for shared costs? Am I liable for all cost or is this a shared cost? Expect to sell within 5 years after 38 years and need advice aboutmaking sure next owner is on sound grounds[other homes are in 750 + range]
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