Tree Damaging A Public Footpath

[whitejack9]

I have a tree on my property that is damaging the footpath on the public highway. I am getting the tree removed and stump ground. Am I responsible for the cost of repairing the footpath?

[CrapAtCryptics]

Best to get it all done at the same time rather than wait for a council visit.

[Hopkirk]

I would wait to hear if I had to pay.

[Paigntonian]

Ask one of your local councillors. What's hard?

[johnk]

Wait and see, they may not investigate if the tree isn't visible

[Chipchopper]

I would get in touch with your Highways Department.

[1ozzy]

I'd deny everything.
Wasn't my fault gov!!

[davebro]

You may be held responsible - contact the council & get it sorted. If anyone trips/falls on the footpath it may complicate matters substantially.

[1ozzy]

Who owns the footpath?
Who's responsible for the footpath?
Nuff said!

[davebro]

^^^^^ totally wrong - if your tree damages a neighbour's property he owns the property but you are liable for the damage!

[DTCwordfan]

it's what you have insurance for.....

[Hopkirk]

I doubt they would agree the claim DTC.
"the damage occured before you took out the policy Sir".