Unsure if I need legal advice or where to even start

[Sean Pedeflous]

I'm brand new into RE.... I recently purchased a duplex. The city contacted me yesterday saying they had previous conversations with the owner and cutting 5ft into my yard to add a hiking/trail path. I nor my RE agent was made aware of these conversations during the buying process. The city wants to set up a time to inform me about the project. They claim it will boost property value.

It might, but I feel like that is should I should have known about prior to purchase and I'm also unsure how the city can do this with out permission or paying for it. Can anyone point me in the best next step? Thanks :)