Trees

Trees and hedges are subject to laws which protect them and make people responsible for any damage or injuries caused by them. P lease click here for our Background note on trees.

Questions with which we can help include:

[icon name = “search”] What constitutes a “tree” for the purposes of a Tree Preservation Order (or “TPO”)?

[icon name = “search”] If someone is injured by a falling tree or branch, can they claim compensation from the landowner?

[icon name = “search”] Are there special rules for trees in conservation areas?

[icon name = “search”] Can someone complain if trees on neighbouring and are blocking out light?  

[icon name = “search”] Does the law allow people to cut back overhanging branches (and roots which run under the boundary)?

[icon name = “search”] What does the law say about trees growing on or close to public roads and paths?

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[icon name = “binoculars”] Click to go to our Initial enquiry page. [icon name = “binoculars”] Other pages which may help you:  Public rights of way, Restrictive covenants.

[icon name = “binoculars”] For our print publishing website, please see www.barsby.com, and for our website which provides support for residents in private roads, see: www.privateroads.co.uk.