Missouri law: if my tree falls onto my neighbor’s property do I have to or am I responsible for the part of the tree on their property? no damange
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Missouri law: if my tree falls onto my neighbor’s property do I have to or am I responsible for the part of the tree on their property? no damange
Asked on May 9, 2009 under Real Estate Law, Missouri
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Depends on what you mean by damage. Do you mean it didn't hit anything or break anything but the tree is sitting there? You are responsible for allowing something on your property to encroach onto your neighbor's property. Damages could be as simple as tree is causing the grass under it to die, or causing a barricade for cars, or preventing the owner from the quiet use and enjoyment of his property.
Therefore, you are responsible for its removal and damages it may cause.
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