Introduction: Georgia's Green Battlegrounds - Trees on the Property Line Neighborly relations are often built on shared respect and understanding. However, disputes involving trees straddling property lines in Georgia can quickly turn harmonious coexistence into a legal thicket. Understanding your rights and responsibilities under Georgia law is crucial for navigating these situations effectively. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the legal landscape, offering practical advice and strategies to resolve tree-related neighbor disputes. Understanding Property Lines and Tree Ownership in Georgia Determining ownership is the first step in resolving any tree dispute. Georgia law generally follows the principle that: 🌳 If the tree's trunk is entirely on one property, that property owner owns the tree, even if branches or roots extend onto the neighboring property. 🤝 If the tree trunk straddles the property line, it is considered jointly ...