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Trees and the LawProduced by the Legal Services Commission.This information is a general guide to the law. Itis not a substitute for legal advice. Contact theLegal Services Commission, a community legalcentre or a private lawyer for detailed advice.October 2009 © Legal Services Commission ofSouth Australia2
Trees and the LawIs the tree really the problem? page 2Is the tree owner legally responsible? 3What can the affected neighbour do? 6The parties discuss the problemAffected neighbour removes the nuisanceLocal council ordersTree owner removes the nuisanceCompensation for damageIs the tree protected? 12Action by neighbourAction by ownerSignificant treesSignificant tree affecting neighbourHow can future problems be avoided? 14Endnotes 15Where to get help 161
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Page 14 and 15: Is the tree protected?While the law
Page 16 and 17: How can future problemsbe avoided?A
Page 18 and 19: Where to get helpTechnicalAdvice on

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