Who’s responsible for cutting back overhanging trees? Who pays?

Question

Our neighbour’s tree is hanging into our garden and blocking the light. If we want it cut back, is that our cost or theirs? Can't find a clear answer to this online

Kevin · Accepted Answer

Personally I would ask them first if they could get them cut back at there cost as it's there trees but if you get no joy your legally allowed to cut them back your self but then it would be at your cost  hope this sort of helps many thanks Kevin

Stephen · Answer

You are entitled to cut to the boundary if you offer the material back.
They are not obliged to pay.
You may litigate, if the trees can be proved to have caused damage to you property by a tree consultant.

Leon · Answer

By law you can trim branches over hanging property if no top on trees you can throw branches back to owner of tree but not good idea without permission.my advice would try go owner to pay or at least split the cost.

Daniel · Answer

I'm not sure who's responsible cost wise. But you are entitled to cut back any overhanging branches on your property & then politely offer them back. 
If the tree has a preservation order then you will have to contact the relevant authorities. If you get on well with your neighbours then inform them of your plans & they might offer to pay.

Who’s responsible for cutting back overhanging trees? Who pays?

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