Trees nuisance on boundaries do I have the right to prune back my neighbours tree to my boundary?
You have a common law right to prune back both branches and roots to your boundary. However, you must take care nor to render the tree dangerous. All cuttings must be given back to the owner of the tree or at least offered back. If the tree is covered by a Tree Preservation Order or stands in a Conservation Area the Common Law right is lost. The advice and consent of the District Council should then be sought to do work on the tree.
