What to do if you have a problem with a neighbour's garden.
Have a friendly chat with your neighbour about the problem. Most problems can be sorted after having a conversation.
You can cut back plants that grow into your garden, but only up to the edge (the boundary line). You cannot go into your neighbour’s garden without their permission – not even to pick up rubbish or cut plants.
Messy gardens that block the road or attract pests like rats can be reported to the safe, clean and tidy team,
If the garden is at the back and attracting pests, you can report it to the private sector housing team:
After trying these steps, you can take your own legal action if the problem continues. This is called dealing with a private nuisance.
