Can I ask my Neighbour to cut his trees?

To remove the tree, both property owners must consent. Again, these laws can differ in each state, so be sure to look up the exact law in your area. If you both own the tree, any decisions made about the tree should be settled between you and your neighbor.

How can I convince my Neighbour to cut down a tree?

Explain why you are concerned about the tree, the risks it poses, and whether they would be open to removing it. I would first offer to pay for the job, and even offer to replace the tree at your expense with something smaller that you both can agree on.

Can I ask my Neighbour to cut his trees UK?

You can trim branches or roots that cross into your property from a neighbour's property or a public road. You can only trim up to the property boundary. If you do more than this, your neighbour could take you to court for damaging their property.

How high can a Neighbours tree be?

In general, there is no specific limit to the height that a tree is allowed to grow, but if the trees form a vegetative screen that is limiting a neighbours usage/enjoyment then it could be a High Hedge issue which Planning Enforcement would potentially get involved with.

Can my Neighbour cut my tree without asking?

Entering someone's property, without permission, to cut a tree would undoubtedly be illegal. You may need to take matters to court. It depends which came first - the tree or your garden.

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Who pays for overhanging trees?

Removing branches overhanging your property. A tree belongs to the person who owns the land on which it grows. However, if you're the owner/occupier of land over which the branches of a tree overhang, you are generally entitled to chop back the branches to the boundary line.

How do I write a letter to my neighbor about a tree?

“Dear (neighbor): In the interest of being a good neighbor, I wanted to point out something on your property that is a potentially dangerous to both of our families; your (name of trees) appear (diseased, damaged, in danger of falling — be specific) and just in case you were not aware of it, I wanted to bring it to ...

What is the law regarding Neighbours overhanging trees?

If you own the tree or hedge

Your neighbour can cut any branches that are overhanging into their garden as long as they only remove the bits on their side of the boundary. If they want you to cut your tree or hedge just because they don't like the way it looks, it's up to you whether you do the work.

What are the laws regarding Neighbours trees?

The law states that any branches cut off belong to the person on whose land the tree originally grew, so you should ask your neighbour if they want them back, or if they are happy for you to dispose of them. Do not just throw trimmings back over the boundary - this could constitute 'fly tipping'.

Does my Neighbour have to cut my side of his hedge?

Both you and your neighbour should be trimming each other's respective side of the hedge. You are free to cut back roots or branches that are within your property's boundaries. However, you're only allowed to trim the growth on your property.

Can I throw my Neighbours branches back UK?

Under common law, a person may cut back any branch (or root) from a neighbour's tree that overhangs or encroaches onto their property. In cutting back any overhanging branches (or encroaching roots) the following must be observed: you must not trespass onto the land on which the trees are growing.

How do you write a letter asking Neighbours to trim trees?

Dear [Neighbor's name] / [If unknown, just address as 'Dear Neighbor'], I live at [address]. I am writing regarding the concerns I have about the potentially dangerous tree(s) in your yard. The property owners have a legal duty to make sure that their trees do not pose a danger to neighbors or their property.

Who is liable when a tree falls on a neighbor's property?

If the tree fell on the neighbor's home when the homeowner was trying to cut down the tree without professional help, the damage would be the homeowner's responsibility. Also, if the tree was dying, unstable or diseased and the homeowner knew about it, he or she could be liable if it falls over on its own.

Can I cut branches overhanging my property?

Trees overhanging your property

You have the right to prune overhanging tree branches back to the boundary line of your property, even if you don't own the tree.

Can I throw my Neighbours branches back NSW?

Can I throw branches back over the fence? Yes, you can return the waste from the tree to the owner since they are their property. However, before doing so, you have to ask for permission to avoid trespassing.

Can Neighbour lean things on my fence?

It's simple: you can only do this if your neighbour says you can. If you lean something against or hang something on your neighbour's fence without permission and the extra burden on the panels causes damage to the fencing (which is very likely to happen sooner or later), you will have to pay for the repairs.

Can I cut down a conifer tree in my garden?

Conifers, including pine, spruce, fir and juniper, can be a lovely, colorful addition to a yard or garden, but conifer removal is sometimes necessary. The best way to kill coniferous trees is by cutting them down and killing and removing the stump to prevent them from regrowing.

What happens if my Neighbours tree falls on my house?

If your neighbour's tree falls on your house, your own house and property insurance should cover you, similarly if your tree is blown onto your neighbour's property their home insurance should cover him.

Can I poison my Neighbours tree roots?

You should not put poison down to kill off the encroaching tree roots as poison is likely to kill the tree. It may also be worth exploring other options than removing the tree roots, such as the installation of a root barrier, to lessen the chance of damage to the tree.

Does my homeowners insurance cover damage to neighbor's property?

Your home insurance should cover the damage caused to your own property, but for it to pay out for your neighbour's repairs it needs to be established that you are legally liable for causing the damage.

How do I write a letter to a Neighbour fence?

Formal letter template

I am writing regarding the [fence/hedge/other encroachment] which as you will see from the attached survey/plat map is actually on my land. This letter is formal notice that I require you to remove the encroaching [fence/hedge/other encroachment] from my land within the next 30 days.

How do you stop tree roots from growing?

Install root barriers before the roots reach the concrete. Cut the roots and dam them with root barriers to prevent further growth. Cut down the tree and remove the root system so you can make a smooth, level surface again.

What can I do about my neighbor's dead tree UK?

You must get the council's permission to do any work on a protected tree – even removing a dead branch or pruning a tree causing a nuisance is a grey area. If permission is refused, you can appeal to the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister within 28 days of the council's refusal.

Do you have a right to light in your garden?

Do I have a right to light in my garden? The right to light only applies to rooms in your house, not open ground, so you will not ordinarily be able to make a claim for the right to light in your garden.

Can I throw my Neighbours hedge cuttings back?

Once branches are cut off they should be offered back to the tree owner. If the owner doesn't want them then you will be responsible for disposing of the prunings; you can't simply throw them over the boundary into your neighbour's garden!