Waterfront Property

Waterfront Property

When you live or work on the waterfront, you face unique issues, including the interesting application of riparian rights to the use of the water and waterfront.  Land can disappear into the water or arise in places that it never was before.  One may have riparian rights or just a water view.  There are unique construction and environmental issues and neighbor issues that are magnified by the water access.  The bottom of the waters can be owned by individuals or the State, the waterfront itself may be owned by a community association, and everyone’s use is subject to the interest of the public in navigation and enjoyment.  Access to the water can be limited by adverse possession or prescription. 

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