Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Florida

Neighbor's Tree

My neighbor has a tree very close to our property line. The tree has many dead and dying limbs. In the event that the tree limbs fall and damage my home, is my neighbor responsible? Can I trim the tree so the limbs will not fall on my home? Is it neglegence on my neighbors part if she does not get rid of the dead and dying limbs? We have told her about our concerns and possible damage to our home and she does not want to take the tree down. Do we need to give her written notice of our intent to trim the tree?


Asked on 9/02/06, 4:27 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
David Slater David P. Slater, Esq.

Re: Neighbor's Tree

1. Yes, you can trim limbs over your property.

2. Notice is not required.

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Answered on 9/02/06, 5:23 pm
Alexander M. Rosenfeld Rosenfeld & Stein, P.A.

Re: Neighbor's Tree

previous reply is accurate.

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Answered on 9/05/06, 4:03 pm


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