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Old 09-02-2021, 09:30 AM
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I dont see it is their problem. If a bird carried seeds of something onto your property, then who's fault is it if an oak tree sprouts and damages your foundation? You need to spray on your property to kill it, but otherwise, since it is not illegal to plant oh well, too bad so sad. I suspect a lawyer will laugh you out of his office.
An oak tree sprouts? yep, you be dead 30 years before oak tree will be big enough. There different’s intensional and accidental. Yep, I would spray on windy day with wind blowing towards the bamboo.
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Old 09-02-2021, 09:31 AM
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We had our Clump Bamboo removed after several years growth. It spread in girth each year even through we cut off the new growth at ground level. It became our most expensive maintenance plant. There is another type of bamboo which is spreading bamboo and it goes all over the place.
For privacy, if that was your neighbors intent than are many wonderful shrubs that are not invasive.
Cutting it at ground level does nothing the roots keep protruding.
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Approval not required to add plants to one’s property.
Are sure? I doubt it? There are easement for height and property lines. At least in my district.
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If it is the spreading bamboo, not the clumping variety, you really need to take action. If the neighbor is uncooperative, an attorney is your next option. I'm guessing the bamboo will have to be removed from the neighbor's yard, as well as your own, or it will constantly be spreading.

Very rarely get all the roots, IMO it will be popping up of years.
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Old 09-02-2021, 09:41 AM
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Would certainly be worth consulting an attorney if the do-it-yourself solutions do not work

If a branch from your neighbor's tree falls on to your roof I suspect you could get them to pay for the repairs
Not so fast, in most jurisdictions you are responsible for any limb over you’re property line from neighboring trees. And it can be cut off at property line cause it you’re property. Now if the whole tree falls that’s different I think?
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I feel bad for you, OP. Bamboo in Florida is not desirable in the least.

I would definitely follow Bogie Shooter and Topspinno's advice.

Just do it carefully.

I hate neighborhood war.
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Old 09-02-2021, 10:29 AM
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Are sure? I doubt it? There are easement for height and property lines. At least in my district.
I agree with landscape installation but the statement implied “approval to plant”.
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I dont see it is their problem. If a bird carried seeds of something onto your property, then who's fault is it if an oak tree sprouts and damages your foundation? You need to spray on your property to kill it, but otherwise, since it is not illegal to plant oh well, too bad so sad. I suspect a lawyer will laugh you out of his office.
Hate to burst your bubble but if you google bamboo law suits in FL you will find them to be numerous. Also you evidently do not know the damage bamboo can do. It can over the years crack a slab or other concrete. Thanks for you non help!
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If its legal to plant, then again, it isnt their problem. I'd be more concerned about 'that neighbor' who wants me to bury a metal barrier between our properties. They sound like a gem to live next door to.
The neighbor does not want me to do anything and told me I should spray with roundup. That will also kill my lawn grass. There are numerous cases and law suits in FL for the damage bamboo can do.
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Not so fast, in most jurisdictions you are responsible for any limb over you’re property line from neighboring trees. And it can be cut off at property line cause it you’re property. Now if the whole tree falls that’s different I think?
Absolutely, if a limb from a neighbors tree was growing and touching your home it is their responsibility to remove not yours. You have a right to do so but small claims court is where to go if the neighbor refuses.
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The neighbor does not want me to do anything and told me I should spray with roundup. That will also kill my lawn grass. There are numerous cases and law suits in FL for the damage bamboo can do.
You will have a hell of a few years to come. Who will move first?
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The neighbor does not want me to do anything and told me I should spray with roundup. That will also kill my lawn grass. There are numerous cases and law suits in FL for the damage bamboo can do.
Apply with a paint brush to the plant. Grass will be fine.
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With due respect to family members, neighbors and friends who are lawyers....I think that this will not be solved through litigation, marching, or discussion.

Round up I say.

Looks like a breeding ground for unhappiness at the next neighborhood cookout.
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A good dose of Roundup applied liberally. The best time to apply is late at night, make sure you don't get any on the mother plant...
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Approval not required to add plants to one’s property.
Plants may not be covered by ARC but landscape is as is clearly described at their district gov website.
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