laylandii

[radiator]

what rights have i got to remove my neighbours laylandii conifer which is within 4m of my property?

[redhead23]

ring ur citizens advice

[jake-the-peg]

The high hedge legislation has 3 requirements.

1) it must be a hedge - if it's a single tree you're out of luck

2) it must be over 2 m high

3) if it satisfies these you can apply to the council and they will make a judgement as to whether it meets the third criteria whether it affects your "reasonable enjoyment of your property"

Council policy on this varies from council to council - I think there are only 3 that make no charge for this, some refund the fee if they find in your favour.

Check with your particular council, they'll probably have details on their website or give them a ring.

[scotchollie]

You should also have a 'right to light' so if the hedge is affecting the amount of light getting to your property, the council might be swayed by that too.

[scotchollie]

Check this - not sure if you can argue that the hedge is a development (it's certainly a recent development) but it all adds fuel to the fire.

http://www.rics.org/Property/Propertymanagemen t/Easements/Rightstolightdetermination/light_w hat_is_a_right_to_light0906.htm