Town Wall Flooding Solutions

Summary

If a town-owned wall is causing flooding on your property in Massachusetts, it may be considered a nuisance. Document the damage, report the issue to town management, and consult a local attorney if no action is taken. Additionally, contact your home insurance company and consider involving local media if the damage is severe.

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i have issues with water running under a town wall and flooding my property
Hello Bob, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Massachusetts, this could be considered a form of nuisance.
- Do you know if the wall is owned by the town or a private entity?
- Have you notified the town about this issue?
it is owned by the town
In Massachusetts, municipalities can be held liable for negligence. Here are some steps to consider:
*. Document the damage and flooding.
*. Report the issue to town management.
*. If no action is taken, consult a local attorney for possible legal action.
Remember to keep records of all interactions.
is there anything else I can do?
Yes, Bob. In addition to the steps mentioned, you could also consider:
*. Contacting your home insurance company, they might cover the damage.
*. If the damage is severe, you might want to involve local media to draw attention to the problem.