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Tree Board warns House Bill 5990 could shift liability for storm-damaged trees to property owners
Summary
A board member warned that Florida House Bill 5990 would broaden liability for trees that fall across property lines, potentially exposing owners to increased insurance or removal demands; the board urged staff to notify municipal lobbyists and legislators.
A member of the Wellington Tree Board alerted colleagues to a pending Florida House bill—identified in the meeting as House Bill 5990—and urged the village to oppose or seek revisions because, as described to the board, the bill could change liability rules for trees that fall onto neighboring property.
The board member explained the concern as follows: the bill would make a property owner responsible for damage…
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