Can I make my Neighbour remove a tree?

You can ask the court to order the owner to prune or remove the tree. You'll probably have to sue in regular court (not small claims court) and have proof that the tree really does pose a danger to you.

How do I ask my neighbor to cut down a tree?

The best approach is to talk to your neighbor face-to-face. Tell your neighbor what your concerns are and explain why the tree may need removal. Signs a tree needs removal include a significant lean, hollow trunk, and visible wounds.

Can I force my neighbor to trim his tree UK?

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.

Can I insist my Neighbour to cut his trees?

What legal position do I have? You cannot force your neighbour to remove overhanging branches or fallen leaves on your property. However if these cause excessive damage, you can sue them for the cost of repair.

What can I do if my neighbor's tree is too big?

When you can trim hedges or trees. 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.

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Who pays to cut overhanging trees?

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Who is responsible for overgrown trees?

The tree belongs to the person upon whose land it has originally grown. Even if its branches or, worse still, its roots have begun to grow over or into a neighbour's territory, it belongs to the landowner where the tree was originally planted.

Can I complain about the height of my Neighbours trees?

As long as the tree is safe and is not causing damage, your neighbour is entitled to grow the tree. If a neighbour's hedge is blocking your light and you wish to take action, however, you may be able to do so under the Anti-Social Behaviour Act 2003.

Is there a legal height for Neighbour's trees?

Neighbour's trees are too tall

While there is no legislation restricting the height of any individual tree species, legislation does exist to restrict the height of evergreen hedges.

What can I do if my Neighbours trees are blocking my light?

What are my rights regarding Neighbours trees?

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. However, you will have some responsibilities if you do this: see Trees and the Law (RHS website) for more details.

Can I throw Neighbours branches back?

Ironically, even though the branches belong to your neighbour, you cannot simply throw them back over his fence. That could be deemed to be fly tipping of garden waste. Advise your neighbour that you intend to burn them or take them to a recycling centre.

Can I cut my Neighbours tree that is overhanging my garden?

What is the law on overhanging branches? If there are branches from a neighbour's tree growing over into your garden then you have a right to cut them back, but only to the boundary point that runs between your property and your neighbour's.

What happens if a Neighbours tree falls on my house?

Having trees checked regularly and dead wood removed is the most responsible – and wisest – thing you can therefore do. Where a tree from a neighbouring property has fallen onto your land, the owner of the tree will be responsible for the cost of clearing it, although it may well fall to you to arrange its clearance.

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! Can I cut back further than the boundary to prevent regrowth causing a problem?

Do I need permission to cut down a tree on my property?

If you own your home, you don't need permission to fell a tree that's solely within your garden unless it's: subject to a Tree Preservation Order.

Can my Neighbour grow plants up my fence?

For creeping plants that will grow up and over your side of a neighbour's fence, you must ask permission from the owner of the fence, which will likely be graciously given.

Is cutting a Neighbour's tree criminal damage?

As a homeowner, you are within your rights to trim any branches or roots which cross the boundary from your neighbour's land or a public road into your property – anything more than this can be considered as trespassing and may result in court action for property damage.

How close to my neighbors property can I plant a tree?

How Close Can I Plant a Tree to My Neighbours House? The recommended distance is 10-20 feet, but if it is a particularly large tree, it may be wise to set it further back, 20+ feet, to prevent future problems with roots or branches.

How do you approach a neighbor about a tree?

The best way to ask a neighbor to remove their tree is to just have an informal chat. Explain why you are concerned about the tree, the risks it poses, and whether they would be open to removing it.

Do Neighbours have a right to light?

And in essence, yes, you do have rights when it comes to your property receiving natural sunlight. According to The Rights of Light Act 1959 (ROLA 1959), a neighbour can give this right to another neighbour or it can be acquired over time.

Can trees be a nuisance?

Nuisance. We only take action when a tree causes a legal nuisance to neighbouring properties. This means a nuisance that is actionable in law. For example, when trees are actually touching buildings and causing direct damage.

Do I have a right to sunlight 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 Neighbours complain about your garden?

Weeds, Rubbish and Pests

If weeds or brambles and the like in a neighbour's garden are causing problems on your side of the property boundary, it can amount to a nuisance which you can report to the Environmental Health Department of your local council who can pursue legal action.

Can my Neighbour build extension and block my light?

If your new extension will limit the light coming into your neighbour's windows and the level of light inside the room(s) falls below the accepted level then this constitutes an obstruction and your neighbour is entitled to take legal action.