I have a covenent on some treess in my garden. It says that they are to be maintaned and replaced from time to time.They are very overground, how much can I cut them back by law
Optional Information: System of Law: England-and-Wales Already Tried: nothing
Thanks for your question. Please remember to click ACCEPT once you get my answer.You can cut them back as much as you want as long as they don't die.Unless the covenant states otherwise they can be pruned right back.My parents have a similar covenant and a very bushy tree - it was cut right back. Please remember to click accept so that I am credited for my time. Thank you.
Experience: Called to the Bar in 2007
Before I start cutting back, I think my neighbour who has put the covenent on the trees is very senitive regarding this issue as I have just moved in. my garden is elevated and overlooking his land, he wants to protect his privacy and he is a lawyer, I do not want to get into litigation with him but I know he is not going to be happy, but they need to be cut back.
What can he do legally if I cut them back, DO I need his permission
Unless the covenant states otherwise, NO you do NOT need his permission. Please remember to click accept so that I am credited for my time. Thank you.