Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Louisiana

Tree on Property Line of myself and neighbor

I recently bought this house and on the property line is a crepe myrtle tree. Since it is on the property line can I have it cut down, not just a property cut. I have tried a property cut and have a mess all over. I have spent a fortune. Please help!


Asked on 7/15/07, 7:16 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Johm Smith tom's

Re: Tree on Property Line of myself and neighbor

This issue is addressed in the Civil Code and you shouldn't have any problem finding it. Basically, as I remember, trees on the boundary line are joint responsibility and you can only trim your side, without killing the tree unless your neighbor agrees to remove it.

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Answered on 7/17/07, 12:18 pm


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