branch of a full sized acacia tree overhangs my kitchen. If it were to fall on my roof, would my neighbours be responsible for the cost and repairs?
2007-08-18 05:42:07 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Yes they are.Advise them to cut it back or let them know you will do it.You are not allowed if you do not get permission.Believe it or not if you do it you have to hand the branches over to them as they are their property.Saves you disposing of them.
2007-08-18 05:57:23 · answer #1 · answered by Niamh 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The tree belongs to your neighbours therefore they would have to pay but, you can cut the branch which overhangs your property as long as you don't damage the tree or cut past the border of your land.
2007-08-18 05:49:03 · answer #2 · answered by sarah k 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You do. Check with the city ordinances of your area and your insurance company for facts in your hands.
Mention your concern to the owner of the tree & see what they say. My area, if branch is on my side, I can have that branch cut. Definitely, doing your research first for your area.
2007-08-18 09:31:46 · answer #3 · answered by Carole Q 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would say the police
try special branch
i would say the neighbours as if you wanted to chop it down you can`t as its in next doors garden
if its a fruit tree
say an apple tree you cannot pick the apples of it as its not your tree
though you can have the windfalls
also if i am right trees are protected as no one can just knock a tree down without council permission
see a solicitor pay a fortune
or every one who uses this advice send me £1:00p
do not sue me as no promises i am right is guaranteed
2007-08-18 08:12:30 · answer #4 · answered by itsa o 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Send them a letter outlining your concerns and at the same time send a copy by registered mail to yourself and do not open that. The tree is their responsibility so their insurance company will pay out!
2007-08-18 05:48:05 · answer #5 · answered by Collie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The person that owns the tree is responsible, if it is your neighbours tree then it is up to them.
Be careful if you intend to trim it yourself as you will need your neighbours permission, things like this have been known to cause friction.
2007-08-18 10:42:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The base of the tree determines who owns, and is responsible for it.
If it's in their yard, any damage is their fault.
If you feel there's danger, you should go on record as asking for it to be dealt with.
( If it just annoys you, the neighborly thing might be to share the cost of trimming it.)
2007-08-18 16:07:11 · answer #7 · answered by Irv S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really depends on a couple things.Depending on where you live, your neighbor would be held responsible if you brought the problem to their attention and they did nothing or you have the right to cut it yourself, or, it could be considered
"an act of God" and your insurance pays for it. Either way, I'd remove it my self and problem solved.
2007-08-18 07:32:49 · answer #8 · answered by just me 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Any parts of the tree overhanging across your property line belong to you. If you wish to cut them off at the property line, go ahead.
2007-08-18 05:51:02 · answer #9 · answered by NJGuy 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Whose property are its roots on? They're the owner, and they're liable for damages it causes.
Beside that, if you're worried about it, talk to them. Even if they decline to do anything you may be able to have the branches on your side of the property line trimmed and send them the bill. Check the laws in your location about this.
2007-08-18 05:47:59 · answer #10 · answered by The Phlebob 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Your insurance company - you DO have insurance don't you? Then they sort it out with your neighbours insurance company - or YOU pay to fix it and then sue the neighbour and let the courts decide. Good Luck
2007-08-18 11:36:10 · answer #11 · answered by hemsty 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋