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Adjoining landowners are owners of land with common boundaries, and have mutual rights, duties, and obligations related to their adjoining pieces of land.

In South Carolina, adjoining landowners, also known as contiguous or adjacent property owners, have certain rights and responsibilities concerning their shared property boundaries. These rights and duties often pertain to issues such as boundary disputes, maintenance of boundary lines, fences, and trees on or near the boundary, and easements for access or utilities. South Carolina law requires landowners to respect the property lines and rights of their neighbors. For instance, the erection of fences or other structures must typically be done within one's own property boundaries unless there is an agreement between neighbors. Additionally, South Carolina follows the common law for tree liability, meaning that if a tree from one property damages the neighboring property, the owner of the tree may be held responsible for the damages. Disputes between adjoining landowners can often be resolved through negotiation, but if necessary, they may be taken to court where a judge can enforce rights and obligations, including ordering the removal of encroachments or awarding damages for any loss. It is advisable for landowners to consult with an attorney to understand the full scope of their rights and responsibilities in relation to their adjoining property owners.

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