Neighbor's Trees & Shared Walls

Addressing issues with the following items is primarily a civil matter that benefits from open and respectful communication.

• Neighbor's tree encroaching on your yard
• Leaves/debris from neighbor's plants falling into your yard or pool
• Shared walls between properties

Here’s how you can effectively address issues:

Initiate a Conversation: Approach your neighbor politely and express your concern about the issue. They may not be aware of the issue or its impact on you.

Discuss Potential Solutions: During your conversation, propose solutions such as trimming the branches that are encroaching onto your property. If your neighbor is unable to do the work themselves, offer to help or discuss sharing the cost of hiring a professional service.

Neighbors are equally responsible for maintaining and repairing a common fence/wall. Discuss the options for repair, such as dividing the workload and expense or sharing the cost of hiring a professional.

It's best to seek permission before taking any action.

Respect Property Boundaries: If there is not a joint solution, ensure that any trimming or repair that you do is done correctly to avoid causing damage to the neighbor's tree or property during the process.

Document Agreements: Keep a record of your discussions and any agreements made. This can help prevent misunderstandings in the future.