West Fargo follows North Dakota boundary fence law under NDCC §47-26 which establishes shared responsibilities for partition fences between neighboring properties.
West Fargo fence disputes are governed by NDCC §47-26 (partition fences). North Dakota law establishes that adjoining landowners share equally in the responsibility of maintaining partition fences on their common boundary. Either party may compel the other to maintain their half of a boundary fence through district court. The finished side of the fence typically faces outward. Township supervisors may serve as fence viewers to resolve disputes. Notice requirements apply before modifying shared fences. HOA rules may add requirements in planned developments.
Failure to maintain partition fence: neighbor may petition district court under NDCC §47-26. Court may order compliance and award costs to the petitioning party.
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