I would like the neighbor to remove since it's coming from her vine plant on other side of the fence. It's growing out of control and is climbing on my roof. I've been out of town for two months and just now found this surprise plant coming on my side... Is it her responsibility to remove from my property? If yes and she doesn't remove, can I bill her for having removed?
Piggiepants
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you can cut back anything that grows on your property
you are responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of your own property, not your neighbor
you can not touch a single thing that grows on your neighbor's property
takemeawayasfarasyoucan
You could offer to pay half. Generally neighbors split fence costs. This vine problem is a different issue, but it would make it easier for you to have the work done and have the 1/2 bill sent directly to the neighbor. You absolutely should talk to her about it or send a nice letter. At some point there will come a time when you will be glad you handled it this way. Next time it could be "your" tree that falls on "her" car, or whatever. It pays to go the extra mile with a neighbor. Also, are you an owner, and is she an owner or a tenant? If not, then you or the property owner should deal with the owner. Being friendly and nice in these situations always is helpful. If you can't get cooperation, then you could take care of it and sue for costs, since it was caused by the neighbor's plant and could continue to be a problem, but this will lead to a huge problem with your relations with your neighbor even though it is "right."
Paige2
Just get your garden snipers and cut the vine that's growing over on your property. Why would you want to make such a big problem out of a weed! Come on, be a good neighbor.
Anonymous
You have the legal right to cut branches, roots & vines on your side of the line. You do not have the right to bill your neighbor for doing so.
** Note: The above is not legal advice, but a discussion of the legal issues presented by your question. Local laws or your situation may vary the general rules. For a definitive answer to your question you should consult local legal counsel.**
Gitchy gitchy ya ya da da
The first step is to try to be civilized. Talk to your neighbor, make sure she's aware of the problem her plant is causing on your property. Most people are willing to be good neighbors. But if that doesn't work then get a lawyer.