We found out about the 2' rule the hard way. We added
A pool & birdcage in 2012. No privacy problem in rear
But the two sides were completely open . After all the
Construction was completed, we installed a row of 4' high
Evergreens on both sides, staying 16" off our property line.
The neighbors on both sides asked us to move them 8".
The compliance rep came to measure. Before we proceeded
To dig them out & replant 8" in, I approached both neighbors
Because I couldn't believe what I was hearing. It's true, keep
2' off property line. It cost us not only money and labor, but
Got off to a negative start with our new neighbors. Ouch!
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