Trees are great additions to your yard as they provide shades and make the temperature cooler. They are also pleasing to the eyes, adding to the greens in your surroundings. However, when the branches extend to your neighbor’s property, your neighbor might not be happy about it. The trees may be blocking the view, growing into power lines, or posing a hazard to people and property around. How do you deal with a situation when your neighbor wants to cut your tree down? Can your neighbor force you to cut or trim the trees? It can be confusing, but here are some tips to help you:
Almost everything can be solved when you talk properly. Walk over and talk to your neighbor, and maybe you can find a solution that will make both of you happy.
It is also best to know the general rules or local laws about cutting trees in your property. Generally, you can’t go to your neighbor’s property to cut their tree. If you go there without permission, and you would be trespassing and can be held liable legally and financially. If you harm a tree in someone else’s property, you may have to pay twice or thrice the value of the tree. In some cases, your local laws may allow you to trim or prune the branches of the trees that are hanging over your property. However, you can cut up to the property line only, and you cannot go to your neighbor’s property without permission. If your pruning harms the tree, you can be held liable as well. Whoever owns the tree has the right to decide between cutting or trimming the tree. If it does not pose a hazard or risk, then your neighbor cannot force you to cut it. However, if the tree can be dangerous or at risk of falling over and damaging your neighbor’s property, you must assess the tree and have it removed. Otherwise, you will be held liable for failing to remove a hazard. When the tree is in the property line, you and your neighbor both own it. Whatever deciding on what to do with the tree, both you and your neighbor must reach a consent. The rules, however, may vary depending on your location.
Whoever owns the tree has the right to decide whether to cut it or not, as long as it does not pose a danger to your neighbor’s property. Your neighbor cannot go to your property and cut your tree and force you to remove it. In such a situation, hire experts to inspect your trees to ensure that it does not pose a threat to your property and your neighbor’s. If issues arise, it is always best to talk it over with your neighbor and settle with a solution that will work for both of you. If you’re looking for a professional tree removal service, Brett Tree Service is your best option. We provide a wide range of options that can take care of any tree-related issues on your property. Contact us today for a freeconsultation.
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