Where do I stand

kincaid

I give a neighbouring farmer about 200 metres at bottom of field as a lane way to move his sheep to one field to the other without going into the road, this was few years ago, can he lay claim to the use of it after using it for a certain number of years

tanko

Has to be continuous use for at least 20 years i think.

cjpm

I think you'd be better off if it was leased to him. Even if its only for tiny money each year.

punisher5112

He may well claim right of way.... Also insurance for you could be an issue as he could well claim against you.

Definitely would want to be getting advice on this.
12 years of use is where claim can come in.

Base price

tanko wrote: »

Has to be continuous use for at least 20 years i think.

Yes, I think to claim a right of way you have to have continuos use for 20 years.
OP needs to consider if the neighbour claims a right of way how will it impact the value of his land if he wanted to sell it in time.

AckwelFoley

I would take legal advice, but I expect a simple contract and rent of €1 per year would cover you.

Insurance as mentioned is another concern

kincaid

Ok thanks