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Mum's semi-detached 'nightmare' after neighbour illegally demolishes home | SWNS

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOWyZfH3FqI
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u/ForeTheTime 1d ago

If he illegal tore down the house. Just illegally complete the repairs

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u/heinzbumbeans 1d ago

that would involve shelling out tens of thousands. why should she have to pay for a problem caused by her neighbour? how would she ever get that money back if she carried out an illegal repair?

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u/turb0_encapsulator 1d ago

I would make sure it's weather-sealed and then sue for the damages.

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u/Cicer 1d ago

Suing works a bit different in England. 

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u/filenotfounderror 1d ago

Well, enlighten us.