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That was there when we moved in.
They are on an elevation above us so I think that is there to stop inadvertent gawping into someone elses kitchen
In this instance, the wall you can see starts at the front of the property so I have no doubt that it is the physical boundary or at the very least, a good indication thereof.
Even in worse case scenario, they own the wall, three quarters of the hedge are still on my side. You are probably right though that they have trimmed it all the way back and it is upto me to do the same.
Most 'normal' people would accept the status quo and assume the same regarding the wall (just hope these oldies are the same), though there is no such thing as a physical boundary, rather a boundary feature that sits along the actual boundary line. Chances are this wont matter, you chop the hedge back. they'll grumble and you wont get a Chrimbo card
I agree hedges look nicer, but when space is at a premium (and clearly it is in this case) then a hedge takes up a large amount of room
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Try spraying with glyphosate and kill it during its growing period to give you good reason to remove a dead or dying hedge to improve boundary security. Or opt for trying to convince them a trellis with climbing clematis would be just as beautiful to look at but also saves on space within your garden. As for thinning the hedge I wouldn't thin it any more than 12" as it could collapse in high winds at that height. If it is a privet then it will survive a harsh hair cut like that. And I do believe that if the hedge is your neighbours you are entitled to cut back "overhanging" areas.
Which in this instance is half of it - LOL
I did think of killing it off, difficult for him to prove it but it all seemed a little underhanded.
Will see how he responds to regular communication first.
When a hedge is being "enjoyed" by both properties but is rooted on one side and hedge not being shared equally, how do you decide how to neuter it?
That is the boundary wall on the right.
Me being a layman, it looks like three quarters of the hedge is in our garden and it does take up a fair amount of space with the neighbour having a few inches if that but want the benefits.
If I were to "thin" it out so it was cutback to the line of the wall, I doubt it would stand.
What is a compromise?
answered on 'doing up our shack'
Shouldn't take more than a short afternoon to remove it as well, although you'll probably need a second person. Lots of firewood if you have a stove/fire as well.
As much as I hate the idea of removing mature trees, especially after that hedge has gone, your garden will be bare.
