Tree touching my roof

[Prakash B.]

Hello BP Folks,

I just found out that the big tree branches have started touching the roof of my apt building complex. The tree lies in the property of another building. Who is suppose to cut the branches? Me or the neighbour where the tree belongs to? Since the tree is in his property, isn't he responsible for trimming it and making sure that it does not harm other property? 

The neighbour called me and told me that i have permission to cut down the tree but I do not want to pay the $$ for it. Usually cutting trees are expensive and should not it be his responsibilities to do it?

Thanks,

Prakash

[Leon F.]

I run a tree service. You are responsible for trimming limbs back from your property. The only time it is  the tree-owner's responsibility is if it is dead tree and limbs are breaking/falling creating a hazard.

Same if a tree falls. When it falls, which ever property it lands on is the new owner of that tree or limb. Regardless of where it originated from.