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Can your neighbor sue you for negligence of tree limbs on his property?
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I would imagine yes but will depend on your local laws. Phone your local council for advice. In most municipalities, the neighbor has the right to trim any branches off your tree that hang over his property--at his expense. Insurance companies expect that homeowners will protect their homes from any tree branches whether they belong to the homeowner or the neighbor's tree
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 14y agoyes, its still your tree even if it extends into your neighbors yard.
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If a neighbor's tree fell on your property who is liable in NZ?
Unless you can prove that the neighbor was negligent by not removing the tree then your insurance pays for your damage. For negligence to occur the neighbor would have to know that the tree was dead and about to fall on your property. Usually you would have had to notify your neighbor in writing of the tree's impending falling for them to be liable.
Can a neighbor make you take trees down that are within your own boundary line?
A neighbor cannot make you cut a tree down. BUT if your tree encroaches on a neighbor's property, causes a risk to a neighbor or their property, or causes a situation that prevents a neighbor from full enjoyment of their property, the neighbor can ask a court to make you cut back the limbs that are causing problems for their property. Your rights end where the property line begins; same for your neighbor.
If a tree limb is hanging into my property and is causing scratches to my car hanging into my driveway can we cut it down?
Yes. In most jurisictions you can remove tree limbs that overhang your property from your neighbor's tree. You should do it in such a way that the removal won't damage the tree. Let your neighbor know you will be having the limb removed in case he/she wants to have it done by their own landscaper.
Who is liable in state of Virginia if a neighbor's tree fell on my property?
Sorry but your homeowners policy will most likely have to pay for the damages on your property. I assume that the tree fell due to a storm and that it was a live tree when it fell. This is an act of God and is not covered unless it was caused by your neighbor's negligence. If it was a dead tree that you had notified your neighbor needed to be removed and he didn't do it or if it was obviously dead and in his front yard where he had to see it every day he may have been negligent and his policy or he personally may have to pay. Otherwise your policy will pay for your damage and his policy will pay for damage on his property.
Your neighbor has overgrown tree and bushes over property line?
You can clip and trim the trees and bushes on your side of the property line. You cannot go in your neighbors yard. Make sure you know where the property line is by locating pins or having it surveyed.
If a tree is partially over the property line on your neighbor's property who is responsible for potential damage from a rotting tree that is still standing?
The responsibility rests with the owner of the property on which the rotting tree is standing. However, the person whose property is damaged may have the burden of proving the tree owner knew it was a hazard (foreseeable versus merely potential) and that the damage was caused by negligence rather than an "act of God". A person is responsible for insuring his or her own property for damage caused by unforeseen accidents.
Who is responsible for tree removal if our neighbor's tree fell over from a wind storm but got hung up in our trees and is not on the ground?
Nobody is liable for an act of nature. You are responsible for the portion of the tree that fell on your property. Your neighbor is responsible for the portion of the tree on the neighbors property.
Who owns a tree if it crosses the property line?
My neighbor's tree has roots that crossed our property line. It is lifting our concrete patio and destroying our fence. What do I do?
95 percent of the trunk of a tree is in your next door neighbor property line. If the tree falls and cause damages who is responsible?
Generally, you will be responsible for any damage to your property caused by this tree. Your neighbor would only be responsible for property damages if he knew that the tree was in imminent danger of falling and took no action. If the tree is hazardous, it is a good idea to work with your neighbor to have it removed. If the neighbor does not cooperate, you can write him a certified letter warning of the danger of the tree, which will make him responsible for property damage should the tree fall. If it is necessary to write a letter, you should see a real estate attorney in your area to make sure that the wording of the letter will make your neighbor responsible for the tree under your state's laws.
What is tree lacing?
Tree lacing is the (yearly) pruning and thinning of limbs so that the tree continues to thrive and not present a hazard to surrounding property.
Tree branch fell over neighbor's property Texas law?
It does not matter what state your in. No one is liable for an act of nature. Your neighbor is responsible for the portion on their property and you are responsible for the portion on your own property.
Who is liable if a person's tree falls on a neighbor's house?
Nobody is "Liable" for an act of nature. It does not matter if it was your tree, your neighbors tree or a tree that blew in from 8 blocks away. Your own homeowners insurance policy will cover your property. If your neighbor sustained damage, Your neighbor's Insurance policy would cover damages to his property. Just notify your home insurer of your loss.
