Neighboring Tree Branches

The Engineering Department has received an influx of questions regarding neighboring tree branches. If a neighbor’s tree branches overhang onto your property, you have the right to trim those branches in a manner that will not impact the life of the tree. These issues are considered a civil matter between private property owners and thus the Township cannot get involved. 

We suggest you obtain legal advice and/or seek the advice of a certified tree expert before trimming any tree branches. You should also have a survey or property pins in place to identify property lines, in case there is a dispute on whether the tree branches overhang. When planting trees, you should always consider the expected growth to determine if it set far enough back from your property line.