Can my Neighbour make me cut down a tree?

Can my Neighbour make me cut down a tree?

Your neighbour can cut any branches that are overhanging into their garden as long as they only remove the bits on their side of the boundary. If they want you to cut your tree or hedge just because they don’t like the way it looks, it’s up to you whether you do the work.

Can a tree be cut down without permission?

Without permission, it’s an offence to cut down, uproot or wilfully destroy any trees: subject to a Tree Preservation Order (TPO) in a Conservation Area. over 5 cubic metres in volume (whether an individual tree or several smaller trees).

Is cutting a tree illegal?

Yes, it is against the law to cut a tree, whether it is in your own backyard or on public property, without obtaining the approval from the BBMP.

What is the punishment for cutting a tree?

The answer is ‘yes’, because, according to this Act, the penalty for cutting down a tree is Rs. 10,000 or 3 months imprisonment. There are several instances reported in which laymen ended up paying Rs. 10,000 as compounding fee to the forest department for cutting down trees in their premises.

Can I stop Neighbour cutting down tree?

Under common law, a person may cut back any branch (or root) from a neighbour’s tree that overhangs or encroaches onto their property. In cutting back any overhanging branches (or encroaching roots) the following must be observed: you cannot alter the height of trees or hedges on neighbouring land.

Who is responsible for cutting Neighbours tree?

The general position under the common law is that a neighbour can cut back branches or roots on their side, up to the boundary line. Usually, they cannot compel the owner of the tree to do this work, but are entitled to undertake it at their own cost.

What happens if I cut down my neighbour’s tree?

If attempts to negotiate a solution fail, the law is very clear: since the tree belongs to your neighbour, you can’t chop it down. If you cut branches or remove a tree on your neighbour’s property, this is trespass and he or she may have a claim for damages covering…

What happens if you cut down a tree with a preservation order?

If you cut down a tree with a preservation order, you will be guilty of an offence under section 210 or 211 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. Can we invoice neighbour for tree cutting? There is a 20 metre long fence between us and our neighbour with a wall of fir trees growing on the neighbour’s side of the fence.

What are the rules for cutting down trees?

All councils have a Tree Preservation Order which is a set of regulations about the trimming and removal of trees. In most cases, you can trim any tree by up to 10% per year without approval from the council, but you will need to refer to your specific councils’ rules before proceeding. Who is responsible? Who pays for the tree to be trimmed?

Can a council help with a tree dispute?

According to neighbour dispute guidelines, a council will not help in resolving any dispute unless the tree in question is on the council’s land. You also need consent from your neighbour before accessing their property to do tree maintenance. Who is responsible?