Overshadowed By Your Neighbour?

The High Hedges (Jersey) Law 2008 provides a comparatively cheap and accessible remedy for those whose enjoyment of their homes can be seriously compromised by tall evergreens such as leylandii growing on neighbouring property. A complaint is made to the Minister for Planning and Environment, and can issue a remedial notice on the owner and occupier of the offending high hedge.

A complaint made under the 2008 Law must allege that the reasonable use of the complainant's property is being (or, if occupied, would be) adversely affected by the height of a high hedge situated on land owned or occupied by another person. In making his decision on the complaint, the Minister must perform a balancing exercise, taking into account every relevant consideration, including: