Can you force a neighbor to cut down a dead tree?

No! Crossing property lines to trim or cut down a tree is not something you or your arborist can do. Neither you nor your arborist may go onto a neighbor’s property or destroy the tree. If you do go onto a neighbor’s property or harm the tree, you could be liable for double or triple the value of the tree!

Who owns the fence between properties in Texas?

Generally, if a fence is on a property line, it is jointly owned by the neighboring landowners. This may change, however, if one landowner paid to build the fence without any assistance from the other landowner. In that case, the boundary fence is likely the property of the builder.

Does homeowners insurance cover tree damage to neighbor’s property?

When a tree falls over onto a neighbor’s property, that neighbor should submit a claim to his or her insurance company immediately. If the tree fell on the neighbor’s home when the homeowner was trying to cut down the tree without professional help, the damage would be the homeowner’s responsibility.

How do you force a neighbor to cut down a tree?

Requesting them to cut it down on their own by pointing out the danger it poses. Reporting them to the HOA. Reporting them to the local authority in your area. Filing a case in court seeking compensation for the damage caused by the tree, to an extent where it becomes too costly to not remove the tree.

How do you approach a neighbor about a dead tree?

Believe it or not, they may not realize the danger their dead tree poses. Bring along some images of fallen trees and the damage they cause. If this does not move your neighbors to action, you may want to let them know that, if damage, injury or death occurs when their tree falls, they will be liable.

Can you put up a fence between Neighbours?

You should try to figure out where the boundary between the two properties is. As long as it’s not higher than 2m, your neighbour is free to put up a fence on their property. If you have an issue with the fence, you should always try to resolve the situation in an informal way.

Can I remove neighbors fence on my property in Texas?

Under the Texas Agricultural Code, a person may not remove a fence in which the person is a joint owner or a fence that is attached to a fence controlled by another person, without giving a 6-month notice of the intent to remove the fence in writing.

Can I cut Neighbours overhanging branches?

If a tree’s branches overhang into your property from a neighbour’s, you can trim them, but only up to the property line. You can’t lean into the neighbour’s garden to do this, though, as it constitutes trespass. If a tree is covered by a Tree Preservation Order, you can’t cut the branches.

What to do when your Neighbours tree is affecting you?

You can apply to the Land and Environment Court seeking an order to address the problem. However, the Court will not usually make orders compelling your neighbour to do anything until it is satisfied that you have made a reasonable effort to reach agreement with your neighbour first.

How do I complain about a Neighbours tree?

If you think your neighbour’s tree is dangerous, you can report it to the council – for example if you think it might fall over. They might ask the owner to make it safe or deal with it themselves. Search for ‘trees’ on your council’s website to find which department to contact.

What to do if your neighbor has damaged your fence?

Of course, the first step is to talk to your neighbor about the problem. The damage could have been accidental, or they just might not have given it any thought. If the fence is on or near the property line, for example, the neighbor might have assumed that he had the right to use the fence as he or she saw fit.

Is your neighbor’s dog damaging your fence?

We’ve seen neighboring dogs damaging fences and neighboring trees too. While we can’t give you legal advice we can tell you that there are laws that give you some recourse if you neighbor is damaging your fence. Of course, the first step is to talk to your neighbor about the problem.

Can a court order a neighbor to remove a fence?

If you can prove the neighbor installed the fence on your property without your permission, the court should be able to issue an order forcing the fence to be removed. Now to the other side of the coin. You have been using the property for 18 years and no one has objected.

How do people damage fences?

We’ve heard of all sorts of creative stories. Neighbors have damaged fences by getting careless with riding mowers, by draping wet laundry over fences, causing water damage, by piling wet soil onto the ground on their side of the fence to plant flowers, only to rot the boards.