If branches from a council tree are overhanging your property, you can cut them back yourself, unless the tree is protected by a Tree Preservation Order or is in a conservation area. You may prune the branches back to the boundary of your property but no further. The work must be done from your own property.

Can I ask the council to cut back trees UK?

It is possible to contact the local Council and ask them to cut back trees which are on land that they own and which are becoming dangerous. Your request might be that the tree is pruned or that it is cut down in its entirety.

Who is responsible for trees on nature strip?

We prune trees, collect fallen branches, and remove dead or dangerous trees/branches in accordance with Council's Urban Forest Policy. General maintenance of nature strips, such as mowing the lawn, is the responsibility of the resident whose property adjoins the nature strip.