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You have a common law right to cut back tree branches that overhang onto your property. The law states that any branches cut off belong to the person on whose land the tree originally grew, so you should ask your neighbour if they want them back, or if they are happy for you to dispose of them.

Beside above, what is the law on cutting Neighbours hedges? You are allowed, by law, to prune the roots or branches of a hedge if. If you're fortunate enough to find that the hedges reside solely on your property, you are within your rights to cut, trim or remove the hedges as you see fit.

If you are unsure about any part of the UK hedge legislation, we recommend contacting your local council for more advice.

Technically, you have no. May 19, You are legally entitled to trim back hedges or branches of overgrown trees or hedges if they fall into your property from a neighbour's property or public area. It is important to note that you are only legally entitled to trim up to the property boundary and no further. Hedges, the Law, rules and regulations. Question: Can I trim, cut, lay or coppice a hedge at any time of year?

Answer: All wild birds are protected. This includes their nests (whilst in use or. Regardless of ownership, no-one can trim or cut a hedge if the action damages active birds' nests, and hence violates the Wildlife and Countryside Act.

If tall hedges or trees put your garden in the shade, you can cut off branches which overhang your boundary.