Legal advice on overhanging branches


Questioner

My neighbours have cut off the overhanging branches of my tree. They have even removed them up to 30cm. over the fence, on my side. Is this allowed without consulting?

Lawyer

Dear, Article 5:44 paragraph 1 of the Dutch Civil Code states that the owner of a neighbouring property may remove overhanging branches after having urged the owner of the tree/shrubs to do so. Apparently your neighbor did not remind you or consult with you. I don't know if you want/can do anything with this knowledge. You can of course speak to your neighbor about it, but useful?

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