Take the refund. Let him worry about the neighbours' contribution.
Del's right. If he came on your land while you were out and bullied your tree surgeon he's guilty of trespass and intimidating behaviour. That can and should be noted to the police and/or your local council neighbourhood liaison officer but you may prefer initially to warn your neighbour politely but firmly that his behaviour is unacceptable and there will be legal consequences if he repeats such behaviour.
Vendée - 20kms from Atlantic coast.
"The price good men (and women) pay for indifference to public affairs is to be ruled by evil men (and women)."
What a total **** up. I'd agree completely with Del and Obelixx - the neighbour had no right to be in/on your property, and that should be followed up as Obelixx suggests. If he doesn't get the message, you should go further. I know that sounds unpleasant, and no one wants aggro with neighbours, but if he thinks he's 'won' this time, it'll just be the thin end of the wedge. I'd also agree that the tree surgeon will just have to suck it up. Up to him to proceed with chasing the guy for his money. Dove is also right - the hedge was there when they bought the house or moved in. He can't start dictating to you, especially when you've been very approachable and amenable. He sounds like a right tw*t and a bully. This argument of a 'right to light' is also a load of nonsense - or at least, it is up here.
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Just seen this thread ! This arse**le actually trespassed on your land whilst you were out for thirty minutes ?
So aside from watching on your comings and goings , he's obviously a coward without the guts to come and speak to you and arrive at a mutual agreement .
I would nip that 'straight in the bud' and arrange a little visit , giving him a f*****g mouthful in the meantime . As Fairygirl says , if he thinks this is a victory , it will probably happen again !
What confuses me, if l understand this right, is that he says it is affecting his "right to light", and yet he has no windows on that side of his house ? If it was casting his living room or whatever into darkness, l might have some sympathy (but l certainly don't condone his attitude). I understand that you wouldn't want to get into a situation with him, but it does seem that he may well be someone who will take advantage of any sign of weakness.lt is a horrible situation to be in, and you have my sympathy.
As I understand it, "right to light" pertains to new building devlopments such as walls, extensions, new buildings etc and their effect on a neighbouring dwelling. It is not relevant in the case of an existing and clearly long established hedge no matter how much shade it casts on a garden.
Yes, that's true, and l have checked the original post. The neighbour said it was blocking his light and the local authority agreed. After 2 years he suddenly turns up on the doorstep waving a leaflet. What a lot easier it would be if he came round and explained calmly and politely what he was concerned about. I know, l know, how naive , but oh, wouldn't it be luvverly.
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Del's right. If he came on your land while you were out and bullied your tree surgeon he's guilty of trespass and intimidating behaviour. That can and should be noted to the police and/or your local council neighbourhood liaison officer but you may prefer initially to warn your neighbour politely but firmly that his behaviour is unacceptable and there will be legal consequences if he repeats such behaviour.
I'd also agree that the tree surgeon will just have to suck it up. Up to him to proceed with chasing the guy for his money.
Dove is also right - the hedge was there when they bought the house or moved in. He can't start dictating to you, especially when you've been very approachable and amenable.
He sounds like a right tw*t and a bully. This argument of a 'right to light' is also a load of nonsense - or at least, it is up here.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
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