If a tree that lies on my property falls on my neighbor’s property, am I legally required to remove the fallen tree?
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If a tree that lies on my property falls on my neighbor’s property, am I legally required to remove the fallen tree?
Asked on February 6, 2017 under Real Estate Law, South Carolina
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 7 years ago | Contributor
The law states that if a tree in your yard falls into your neighbor's yard fallen tree, regardless of fault, is your neighbor's responsibility to remove it. To the extent that there were damages, then their homeowner's insurer should cover the costs. If not, then you would bear the cost if the tree was dead and you did thing to about it. However, if it was brought down in a storm (or other "act of god"), then you bear no liability.
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