boundary hedges

Can my neighbour cut our boundary hedge without my permission?

Asked by Marcia on 28th Jun 2020
Expert Trade Answers
"Good morning


If the boundary hedge is overgrown into your property, (yes you can if that particular hedge is causing a obstruction or access.


Hope this helps with your question.


Regards


Aaron

Gardens Of Bromley"
Answered on 28th Jun 2020 - Member since Apr 2019 - report
"It all depends if your hedges are encroaching on his/her property, if so then it is either your responsibility to keep your hedges off his/her boundary or deem it acceptable for him/her to cut them."
Answered on 28th Jun 2020 - Member since Sep 2017 - report
"If the Bush has overgrown and breaches the boundary lines yes they can however it would be best to ask them to speak to you in future before doing this"
Answered on 13th Jul 2020 - Member since May 2020 - report
"Yes if its over hanging their property
They can trim back to the boundary"
Answered on 6th Jul 2020 - Member since Jun 2020 - report
"If it's on your boundary no he can not do it with out your permission"
Answered on 28th Jun 2020 - Member since Apr 2018 - report
"They can cut anything that is protruding into there property. But cannot reduce the height or cut your side without advice from a solicitor"
Answered on 28th Jun 2020 - Member since Apr 2020 - report
"Yes only to stop restrictions but should really be discussed together"
Answered on 11th Aug 2020 - Member since Aug 2019 - report
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