Cut (prun) the branches and leaves of trees overhanging the sidewalk from the private area.

As it is a personal property, it cannot be pruned in the city.
Also, if there is a problem with road traffic, the Public Works Office of each ward will ask the owner to prun.

Overhanging branches on city roads has hindered the passage of pedestrians and vehicles, and there have been cases where signs and curve mirrors cannot be seen.
Tree owners may be held liable if any of these causes damage to pedestrians or vehicles.
If trees protrude on the road, please manage the trees properly, such as cutting and pruning trees.

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Public Works Office, each district

Reference laws and regulations

• Article 43 of the Road Law (Prohibition on Roads)
• Article 717 of the Civil Code (Responsibility of occupants and owners of land structures, etc.)
• Article 233 of the Civil Code (resection of bamboo grove branches and cutting of roots)