Fence Viewers
and Surveyors of Wood, Lumber & Bark
About Us
This historic position was first established in 1693 by a statute which was amended in 1785 and again in 1836. Upon request of any citizen, the Fence Viewer; views fences to see that they are in good repair and in case of disputes between neighbors, works to resolve their differences. Problems such as size, condition, and distance from property lines are complaints that still arise between neighbors and call for the good offices of the Fence Viewer.
"Fence viewer, n.: a local official who administers the fence laws as by inspection of new fence and settlement of disputes arising from trespass by livestock that have escaped enclosure." Webster's Third New International Dictionary.
Key Contact(s):
Board Members:
Julianna Flanders
Keith L. Emin
Elijah J. Wiesner
Phone:
(508) 645-2100
Address
Chilmark Town Hall
401 Middle Road
Chilmark, MA
02535
P.O. Box 119
United States
See map: Google Maps
Elected Fence Viewer | Title | Term Expiration |
---|---|---|
Julianna Flanders
| Fence Viewer | 2027 |
Vacancy One
| Fence Viewer | 2026 |
Keith L. Emin
| Fence Viewer | 2025 |