Tree growth beyond the property boundary
Landowners are encouraged to trim their trees at the property boundary where appropriate, so that everyone can pass safely and without obstruction. However, there have been instances where trees have obscured traffic signs, street names and even street lighting. Landowners are required to keep the growth of trees and shrubs on their land within the property boundaries.
Could the vegetation on your property be a nuisance to others?
We all want to be able to get about on the town's pavements, footpaths and streets without being harmed by tree branches growing out of gardens, whether we are walking, running, cycling or driving. Tree growth that extends beyond the boundaries of a property can cause inconvenience and even danger to pedestrians and motorists.
Í Building regulations Section 7.2.2. states regarding trees and shrubs: „The occupier of a plot is required to keep the growth of trees and shrubs on the plot within the plot boundaries. If the owner fails to do so, and where the growth of trees or shrubs extends beyond the boundary onto streets, footpaths or open spaces, the highway authority or manager of the area is authorised to remove the part that causes a nuisance or is unsightly, at the owner's expense, after prior notice.“
Landowners are encouraged to trim their trees at the property boundary where appropriate, so that everyone can pass safely and without obstruction. There have been instances of trees obscuring traffic signs, street names and even street lighting.
We encourage landowners to ensure this is okay.