We would like to take this opportunity to remind parishioners that land owners are responsible for their own boundary hedges and trees. This would include obstruction of footways and carriageways and the visibility of road signs and at junctions. Whilst main cutting back should be carried out in the winter months to avoid the nesting season, land owners should be mindful that vegetation can grow rapidly in the spring months. If this happens, owners do have a duty to ensure that this does not impact on highway users and take any necessary measures to keep growth trimmed back. Where an owner fails to do this they may be liable to a fine under Sections 154 and 137 of the Highways Act 1980 and may also be liable for any damage caused to the property of third parties.
Advice received from Bob Edwards - Norfolk County Highway Engineer
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