We own a property that is permanently let. The property that backs onto ours has lots of trees and vegetation that overhang into the rear of our property. We have paid a contractor previously to cut them back from our property.Our agent has just completed a six monthly inspection and has requested that we prune the trees heavily again and, as the job is too big for a local handyman/yard maintenance person, that we will need a tree lopper in. We have already paid to have this done once before. Is this our responsibility or should the property owner of the neighbouring block be liable for this? Unfortunately he isn't at his house a great deal and we have no idea how to contact him. I'm going to give the council a ring but I doubt they will be able to assist. What is the normal procedure for something of this nature?
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I contacted the Council this afternoon and they willingly gave me the neighbour's name/address. I will send a letter to the owner via registered mail. Thank you to those who responded to my posting.
Edit/Update:
I contacted the Council this afternoon and they willingly gave me the neighbour's name/address. I will send a letter to the owner via registered mail. Thank you to those who responded to my posting.
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