The trees are in my yard but have been there for 40+ years. I have no objection to the removal of the branches that he has chosen but I don't see why I should pay for it. The trees were there when he moved in so it is not as if anything has changed. I, on the other hand, now hear his air conditioning unit which was newly installed. I don't have one so my windows are open. Also he has let his hedge grow so tall that it shades my garden but I believe that all of this is just part of living in a cheek- by- jowl neighbourhood.
2007-07-09 02:42:38 · 9 answers · asked by Sunny 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Garden & Landscape
You've gotten lots of good advice! If they aren't posing a threat to his house, etc. you don't have to pay to have them removed BUT if he removes them on his own, will he mess up the shape of the tree?? We have a couple of neighbors that I wouldn't trust to "trim" our tree so if this is a possibility, you may want to pony up and give the whole tree a pruning if it's that old to keep it healthy. You could also make a deal that if you pay to have your tree trimmed, he could pay to have his hedges topped if their height is causing you problems in your yard. Good luck!
2007-07-09 07:29:22 · answer #1 · answered by Flusterated 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello Sunny.
We had the same problem recently. Here is what we learned.
1 - If the tree is posing a danger or threat to their property, then it must be trimmed and removed by you, the owner. If they have asked you to remove and you refuse and then there is any kind of property damage to their yard, house, vehicles, etc, then it will be your responsibility.
2 - If there is no emminent threat, and they want branches removed, then it is their responisiblity to pay for the removal of the branches - BUT ONLY WITH YOUR APPROVAL! Make sure you are home when the cutting commences!
We had a neighbor who had lightening damage to their tree. We questioned their decision to leave the tree's damaged area attached to the tree. We took digital photos, called the city, etc... A month later, a huge rainstorm blew the damaged area off of their tree and into our garage - demolishing the entire roof of our garage and both vehicles! If we had not taken photos of the damage and contacted the city, it would have been our responsibility because most insurance companies will not cover acts of nature! So, we were covered.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
2007-07-09 03:17:58 · answer #2 · answered by Christy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check you city codes, all your city code dept I am going thru this right now, but it is more an issue tht I want to cut what hangs over. That tree is your responsibility I think the code people will say and it is like a dog that gets loose out of your yard, you have to take care of it I think, but check you local codes for the area you live in, you can probably check them online for your city's or county's online home site and go to codes. Look for fencing codes if you can't find what you want as those are usually the biggest issues inside cities and then it can lead you to the tree issues. Good luck.
2007-07-09 02:47:23 · answer #3 · answered by I Love Jesus 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Technically, you do not have to prune the branches in your neighbors yard or even pay to have them pruned. According to the law, at least in OK, what hangs over his property line is his. I know this because my property is bordered by many trees that do not belong to me. The trunks of the trees are in our neighbors yards yet all the branches drape over our home. If your neighbors are asking you to pay you don't have to. If you wanted too, you could offer to share the expense. When our neighbor finally agreed to cut down a very large and dying tree that had already damaged our roof we offered to split the cost of the removal, however it was at our request. It's entirely up to you, but what is on your neighbors side belongs to your neighbor and they can have it pruned themselves, but they are not allowed to prune past your property line.
2007-07-09 03:17:11 · answer #4 · answered by Sptfyr 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I saw a similar issue in Judge Maria Lopez the other day. And according to the judgement she made, the tree is in your yard which makes you completely responsible for it. So, if the tree is a problem for your neighbours then you should do the needful. Of course, i do not know the laws in your state, so you could refer to that too.
2007-07-09 02:59:48 · answer #5 · answered by arun_vn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since you technically own the tree, it is your responsibility to trim it. However, if you need to use his yard to gain access to the tree, it would be up to him to allow you permission to do so. If it doesn't present a safety issue (i.e: near electric lines, could fall on his roof, etc) then he cannot force you to trim your tree anymore than you can force him to trim his hedges. Maybe try having a friendly sit-down with him to discuss what can be done to help both of you enjoy your yards more.
2007-07-09 02:48:39 · answer #6 · answered by crazymugal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the neighbor is asking for money from u to pay for the branch removal then i would just pay him depending on how much he wants. if your having the person come out to cut them down then yes u have to.
2007-07-09 02:48:53 · answer #7 · answered by Princess LovAngel 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in california do you have to pay for trimming if a branch is in neighbors yard?
2015-06-29 15:54:12 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you have the option not to cut the branches.. and that you are being asked to prune them.
If you don't want to pay for it, don' t do it.
2007-07-09 02:48:09 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋