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The “Spite Fence” Rule Every Homeowner Should Know – Whether You’re Building a Fence or Living Next to OneThink you can build whatever you like on your side of the property line? Not always. A former attorney explains what gardeners need to know.
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Can You Cut Your Neighbor’s Tree If It Hangs Over Your Yard? A Lawyer Explains What Gardeners Should Know FirstDon't get in trouble by taking neighborly tree trimming into your own hands.
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Can an HOA Fine You For Weeds in Your Yard? A Lawyer Explains What Homeowners Need to Know to Stay Out of TroubleIf you live in an HOA, you could be fined for any weeds or other unwanted plants growing in your yard. Here's how to prevent any issues in your neighborhood.
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Taking Cuttings From a Plant You Bought Could Land You in Legal Trouble – A Lawyer ExplainsDon't let your gardening habits get you into trouble! Everything you need to know to propagate safely.
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If Your Tree Falls Into a Neighbor’s Yard, Who Pays for the Damage? What Homeowners Need to Know Before Storm SeasonFall and winter storms can bring big trouble if you have a tree fall into your neighbor's yard. Here's what to do if the worst happens.
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Can You Take Garden Plants With You When You Move? A Lawyer Explains the Do's and Don'ts to Avoid Legal TroubleYou may not be able to take your favorite plants with you when you move to a new house. Here's what you need to know before packing up your plants.
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Is Your Neighbor's Tree Blocking the Sunlight in Your Yard? Here’s What You Can (and Can’t) Do About It, According to a LawyerIf your yard and garden are totally shaded by your neighbor's tree, there are steps you can take to remedy the situation. A former lawyer weighs in.
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Is It OK to Take Plant Cuttings From Garden Centers? A Lawyer Explains Whether 'Proplifting' Is Worth ItBefore you snip a stem from that unusual houseplant, here's what the law says – and why garden centers often take the practice seriously.
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Is It OK to Take Plant Cuttings From Public Parks and Gardens? A Lawyer Explains so You Won’t End Up in TroubleDon't let your propagation fixation get you into legal trouble! There are certain places it is illegal to take plant cuttings. Our resident lawyer explains.
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HOA Making Gardening Difficult? A Lawyer Explains How Not to Make a Costly Mistake or Risk Removing Your Hard WorkAvoid HOA fines before you embark on landscaping projects. Even something as simple as a trellis could spell disaster.
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Salting a Neighbor's Sidewalk or Driveway Seems Helpful – But It Might Get You In TroubleShould you salt a neighbor's driveway or sidewalk? A little neighborly help might actually do damage. Learn how to navigate this frosty conundrum.
