Legal Question in Real Estate Law in California
Tree root damage to my garage
My neighbors tree, a 3 story high
Sycamore is located right on our
property line, but 100% on her side.
It is 5 ft from my garage. The roots
have lifted up the foundation of my
garage. I have spent $2,700 for the
repair and removal of the roots which
I have documented by photographs.
In addition I brought my neighbor
over to witness the damage when
the contractors were here removing
the root damage. Other roots are
growing under my sidewalk along the
garage where I can see the begining
of damage there too. I am also
concerned with the foundation of my
house. I am trying to be reasonable
with my neighbor, all I am asking for
is that she have he tree removed and
I will cover the expense of the
repairs. She is being very difficult and
does not want to remove the tree.
Do you consider that I might win a
judgement in court and possibly if I
choose to proceed have my costs of
damage repair reinbursed?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Re: Tree root damage to my garage
See my previous answer; this is a winnable case and you should be able to get both past damages and an injunction against future harm as a judgment and decree.