Responsibility for Dangerous Trees Archives

I am worried that my neighbour’s tree is dangerous. What should I do?

Arboricultural Association 30 November 2020 No Comments

If a tree growing on someone else’s land causes injury to someone or damage to property then the owner may be liable. If you think your neighbour’s tree might be dangerous then you should contact an arboricultural consultant for further advice. It is always best to settle a dispute about [...]

I’m worried about the safety of my tree – can a tree officer or someone come and inspect it?

Arboricultural Association 23 November 2020 No Comments

Council Tree Officers are not in post to give independent advice to the public about their trees or to recommend individual contractors or consultants. We advise residents to seek help and advice when they are concerned from professionals who are approved by a recognised body such as the Arboricultural Association. [...]

I have a tree which is outside my boundary and not under my control – whose responsibility is it?

Arboricultural Association 23 November 2020 No Comments

The law is very clear with regard to a tree owner’s ‘duty of care’ and legally, the owner of the land is responsible for trees growing on their land. You should contact your local Council if there tree is growing on Council owned or managed land. Local government tree officers [...]

I do not know who owns a tree I’m concerned about – who do I contact?

Arboricultural Association 18 November 2020 No Comments

Local Councils do not hold records of land ownership, and therefore cannot advise on the ownership of trees, you should contact the Land Registry who hold details of land ownership. A charge is made for this service. The tree belongs to the person upon whose land it has originally grown. [...]