Cutting Down a Tree Straddling Two Owners’ Properties

A property owner cannot without the consent of the other property owner unilaterally cut down a tree whose trunk straddles the property line between properties that are owned by two separate property owners. If one property owner cuts down the tree whose trunk straddles the property line of the neighbor, the neighbor who gave no consent for the tree’s removal would be entirely within his right to file a legal action for trespass and resulting damages against the property owner who removed the tree.

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Legal Remedies for Dealing With Noisy Neighbors

If you have a noisy neighbor, you’re not alone – and the situation is not hopeless. In fact, while this situation can be frustrating, the good news is that you have a number of possible options to pursue.If none of these options produce results, you can try a phone call to the police, but if even this fails to produce results, you may consider suing for nuisance in civil court.

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Property Damage From a Neighbor’s Tree Roots – Your Rights and Options

If a neighbor’s tree roots are growing onto your property and causing property damage, you have the right to remove the roots. It’s important to keep in mind that specifics of such a situation may vary legally according to state, so you should check with local statutes, as well as with your homeowner’s insurance, before you take any action.

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