Trees benefit us all; they can also bring conflict. This guide provides legal insights on typical neighbor disputes and responsibilities concerning trees near property lines. It reviews roles and responsibilities regarding trees in public rights of way. The guide also addresses the issues of liability for injury as well as the damages a court might award for cutting down or harming someone else’s trees. (Print version of WeConservePA guide)
Year: 2022
Author(s): Gilbert P. High, Jr., Esq.
Organization/Source: WeConservePA (formerly Pennsylvania Land Trust Association)
Topic tags: Stewardship of the Land, The Law, and Print Editions of WeConservePA Guides
Related guides: Tree Law in Pennsylvania