Homeowners do you know who owns tree rights when branches overhang or encroach over your property line?
If some of the tree limbs or trunk are on both property lines both land owners can claim an ownership interest.
Trimming branches or removing roots which encroach your property can be trimmed or removed with caution up to the property line. One cannot trespass unless there is immediate irreparable harm threatening homeowners property.
A case in Texas recently went to court from neighbor's tree encroaching adjoining landowner and the question was asked is landowner liable for damage of neighboring property? The court has (43 comments)