What Happens If I Cut My Neighbor’s Tree Roots and It Dies?
Jack Turner
Can you cut a neighbor’s tree roots on your side? Usually yes, but if the cutting kills the tree you may be liable for its value. The reasonable-care rule.
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HOA Tree Removal Rules: Can the HOA Force Removal?
HOA tree removal rules explained: when an HOA can require approval to remove a tree, when it can force removal, and how to get approval the easy way.
How to Find Your Property Line Before Removing a Tree
How to find your property line before removing a tree: free county GIS, deed and plat maps, survey pins, and when to hire a licensed surveyor.
Do I Need a Permit to Cut Down a Tree in My Own Yard?
Do you need a permit to cut down a tree on your own property? Learn when tree removal permits are required, when they are not, and how to check your local rules.
Who Pays When a Tree on the Property Line Falls?
Who pays when a tree on the property line falls? A boundary tree is jointly owned; each owner usually covers their own damage, with removal costs shared.
Tree Fell on My Car: Who Pays and Does Insurance Cover It?
Tree fell on your car? Comprehensive auto insurance usually pays after your deductible, not the tree owner. When the owner is liable and what to do next.
Is It Illegal to Cut Down a Tree on Your Own Property?
Is it illegal to cut down a tree on your own property? Usually no, but protected trees, permits, HOAs, and boundary trees are key exceptions to know first.
How Much Does It Cost to Remove a Large Tree?
How much does it cost to remove a large tree? Typical price ranges by size and species, stump and emergency costs, and how to save money on tree removal.
Empathetic Solutions: Dealing with a Neighbors Tree Impacting Your Property
Is your neighbor’s tree endangering property? Discover empathetic solutions to address this common issue.
Navigating Neighborly Boundaries: Handling a Tree Over the Property Line
Learn to navigate issues with a neighbor’s tree over property line and handle disputes with empathy.
