Tree damage from city owned property

[Igor Messano]

Just settled on a property a few weeks ago and tenant moved in 2 days ago. Just yesterday I was telling my partner we need to call the city to have them trim tree branches that were hanging over our property risking tree damage and yard hazard.

Well this morning a very large branch fell over the property and crushed the fence, damaged siding, ripped out power lines, etc. I’ve read here that is cases of homeowner vs homeowner no one is liable which seems crazy to me. Is this also the case for a city owned vacant lot? The tree is grossly overgrown over the property line and I would think the city has a responsibility to maintain their property. Why would a tree not be considered their liability if they own it and the property it’s on?

Any idea if I will be able to get the city to move on this (when things are back running).