What is the name of your state? California
My husband and I have a rental property in Sacramento. The fence that divides between the home and our neighbor was totally destroyed by years of ivy. My husband spoke to the neighbors 2 yrs prior and it was mutually agreed that the fence needed to be replaced and they even discussed what type of fencing they wanted but was unable to pay 1/2 at the time because they were saving to have their roof replaced. So we waited because we didn't feel we should solely pay for the fence. Now 2yrs later, when we brought up the conversation again, now they are now saying that it's not their responsibility to pay for any portion of the new fence. With the tenants, they have dogs and we had to have the fence replaced so we paid the full amount. It is a standard good-neighbor fence made of cedar, nothing fancy. We had sent a letter the neighbors requesting 1/2 payment either in full or in installments. They never responded. Can I take them to small claims court to demand the payment?
My husband and I have a rental property in Sacramento. The fence that divides between the home and our neighbor was totally destroyed by years of ivy. My husband spoke to the neighbors 2 yrs prior and it was mutually agreed that the fence needed to be replaced and they even discussed what type of fencing they wanted but was unable to pay 1/2 at the time because they were saving to have their roof replaced. So we waited because we didn't feel we should solely pay for the fence. Now 2yrs later, when we brought up the conversation again, now they are now saying that it's not their responsibility to pay for any portion of the new fence. With the tenants, they have dogs and we had to have the fence replaced so we paid the full amount. It is a standard good-neighbor fence made of cedar, nothing fancy. We had sent a letter the neighbors requesting 1/2 payment either in full or in installments. They never responded. Can I take them to small claims court to demand the payment?