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Rebecca Lawton

Neighbour’s tree blocking your sunlight? Here’s where you stand legally

Large garden laid mostly to lawn with trees and shrubs to its side, and a house in the distance.

Let's face it, sunlight in the UK can often be in short supply, so when the warmer months arrive the last thing you want is your neighbour's overgrown tree casting an unwelcome shadow over your garden.

If you've found yourself asking 'can I prune my neighbour's tree?' or 'can I cut my neighbours hedge?' to solve the issue, unfortunately the answer isn't clear cut. As while fast-growing privacy trees might provide the perfect seclusion, without regular maintenance they can quickly become a source of friction for you and your neighbours.

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