Tree Roots and Root Systems

Includes advice and information regarding root development and root distribution, direct and indirect damage that may be caused by roots and conditional rights that are given to neighbours to abate a nuisance.

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Trees, Roots and Existing Structures

Introduction There are two types of damage which trees may cause to existing structures, namely direct and indirect. Direct Damage ...
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Tree Roots-Adaptive and Opportunistic

Root Distribution Root distribution is determined by a number of factors including: soil type, soil fertility, soil depth, soil temperature, ...
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Tree Root Distribution

In General Tree roots extend radially in every direction to a distance equal to at least the height of the ...
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Chambers, Ducts, Pipes and Roots

Underground chambers, ducts and pipes (especially those less than 600 mm below ground level) may be affected by tree roots ...
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A Brief Guide to Root Protection Areas and Development

Tree Roots Tree roots extend radially in every direction to a distance equal to at least the height of the ...
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Branches, Roots, Leaves, Fruit and Flowers that Cross Property Boundaries

Introduction There is no requirement in law per se for a tree owner to prevent a tree or part of ...
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