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I am having problems with a tree in my neighbours garden, overhanging branches/blocking light, what can I do?

April 26, 2017blocking branches garden light neighbours overhanging problems tree

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I am having problems with a tree in my neighbours garden, overhanging branches/blocking light, what can I do?

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Civil law allows you to remove any overhanging branches that overhang your property back to the actual boundary line, ie projected up into the airspace over the line. This can technically be done without informing or gaining permission from the neighbour, but it is always much better to at least inform them. Technically the wood removed is owned by the owner of the tree. Therefore it should be offered or returned to that owner. If the tree is protected by any of the means listed in the first question then the appropriate pre-permission will need to be obtained. Alleged blocking of light to the house or garden is a separate situation and there are complex legal issues involved. Consequently if an amicable discussion or agreement between the parties does not resolve the problem then consult a solicitor.