my neighbour has planted trees over my pro pan tank, He stated that is is his land. Is this bad for the tank?

Answer 1

No. It is OK...But you will need access to the valve on top to refill or turn it off when you need to do repairs.

Answer 2

The roots from the tree could (or could not) cause damage to your underground supply line. You should check with your local codes/ordinances before taking any action. It may be better in the long run to move the tank to another area rather than make a lifetime feud with your neighbor. But I think you have "grandfather rights" for your tank. A peaceful solution is best although I understand that this may not be possible. Good luck.

Answer 3

Other than bird droppings there is no problem with trees near the tank, unless roots affect it later on.
Find out if you have prior owners to the land you live on if the tank in question has been in place for years prior to his ownership of adjoining land. He may be mistaken so check the records to make sure he owns the land.
Avoid making him angry. Be willing to work out a deal if its on him. You may want to move it and clear up any problems. If he planted trees within ten ft of your line he may have broken rules that apply to planting of trees, especially if the variety extends over your property. Again check local sources to avoid grievances with him.Let local authorities show him the line to avoid dispute with him. If you prove what you know he can't dispute it.
Even a fence has to be set up 10 ft inside your property line. You have to mow the grass on the other side even if there is a fence.
Agreement can be made to allow you the use of his property only for the propane tank setting. He may require you to mow the grass on his side as part of that agreement.Definitely check property lines.
Wiser not to infringe on the rights of your neighbors so check out the local ordinances.

Answer 4

All states and counties have laws governing property borders. If his tree limbs encroach on your property,, you are free to remove them. Find out your local ordinace on boundaries. My propane tank sits surrounded by pine trees and I have never had a problem. These tanks take an awful lot of abusive and are build withstand alot of damage. It might be a good idea of get your property borders verified since it sounds like you neighbor could be pain in the a....

Answer 5

Ref your propane tank--don't see any problem for now, as long as the propane gas company can get to the tank top ok to fill it. But eventually [many years from now, depending on age of your tank] that tank may have to be replaced--and a big ole tree growing on top of it could significantly raise the cost of digging it up for replacement.

Seems to me your bigger problem is establishing a proper boundary/property line between you and your neighbor......better get a surveyor out to your place pronto to take care of that.

Answer 6

if it's his land, then it's his propane too. you need to clear this one up before he starts taking your fuel.