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Chatbrat 07-20-2019 10:58 AM

Tree roots?
 
I've noticed my neighbors tree roots are getting close to penetrating under our lanai, slab--who do we contact ?

besides our neighbor

villagetinker 07-20-2019 11:31 AM

Try community standards, 352-751-3912, if not the correct group, they will forward. You might also ask if you can cut back the offending roots before they cause damage. There are rules for trimming branches that extend over your property, there maybe rules about roots also.
Let us know what you find, this is a new one.

CWGUY 07-20-2019 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Chatbrat (Post 1665706)
I've noticed my neighbors tree roots are getting close to penetrating under our lanai, slab--who do we contact ?

besides our neighbor

:shrug: Maybe Customer Service for the District 352-753-4508 can point you in the right direction.

CWGUY 07-20-2019 11:38 AM

:confused: Just thinking..... if they are about to go under your slab they are on your property. I would think you could have them cut back so as not to hurt the tree. Maybe? I would also talk to neighbor and if no results would then cut them.

vintageogauge 07-20-2019 01:15 PM

We were going to buy a home that had a huge mossy oak tree about 30 feet from the lanai located on common property. I asked the sales agent who would be responsible for preventing the roots from that tree from damaging the concrete pad and her office could not answer the question so we chose another home without an oak tree so close.

Bogie Shooter 07-20-2019 01:55 PM

Wouldn't the first step be, to talk to your neighbor?

EdFNJ 07-20-2019 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by villagetinker (Post 1665724)
There are rules for trimming branches that extend over your property,

What are those rules? I always thought "the law " generally states that anything growing over (or under) your property from a neighbor you are free to do what ever you want with. At least that is what Judge Judy says. :D Or maybe that is the rule!

anothersteve 07-20-2019 03:29 PM

Personally I would consult a licensed arborist first, see what they say, course of action and cost. Then approach your neighbor with the info. They might be willing to split cost? If you attempt this yourself and the tree dies and causes damage to your neighbors property you might (?) be liable? Even if you would not be liable, going to court over it would suck if something does happen
Steve

Rango 07-20-2019 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by EdFNJ (Post 1665783)
What are those rules? I always thought "the law " generally states that anything growing over (or under) your property from a neighbor you are free to do what ever you want with. At least that is what Judge Judy says. :D Or maybe that is the rule!

as long as it doesn't damage or kill the tree

billethkid 07-20-2019 05:12 PM

Isn't the determining circumstance whether the tree root will in fact damage the cement slab?

I cannot imagine any rules/laws/neighbors debating imminent/potential destruction of property.

Chatbrat 07-20-2019 05:14 PM

The cost isn't a problem as long as I can legally whack a root or two to prevent aggravation, a few years down the run

retiredguy123 07-20-2019 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Chatbrat (Post 1665813)
The cost isn't a problem as long as I can legally whack a root or two to prevent aggravation, a few years down the run

If it is on your property, I would just cut them off.

New Englander 07-20-2019 06:19 PM

If these roots are from an Oak they can do damage to your lanai.
I'd cut them.

Midnight Cowgirl 07-21-2019 01:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Rango (Post 1665796)
as long as it doesn't damage or kill the tree


Root pruning will never harm a tree.

The real key is that it needs to be done by a professional, not some fly-by-night gardener who thinks he knows what he is doing.

Villageswimmer 07-21-2019 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by retiredguy123 (Post 1665815)
If it is on your property, I would just cut them off.


I agree. I’d probably point it out to the neighbor as a courtesy and to serve notice that there is a problem. If you cut, you may solve the problem. I don’t think anyone would want their tree to damage another person’s home.


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