Laws, courts and authorities
boundary distance
In short and in plain language
The boundary distance is the smallest gap to the plot next door. Trees, hedges and shrubs should keep this gap.
It is set by the neighbour law of each German state. It usually depends on how tall a plant grows.
Checking it before planting helps avoid later demands to cut back or remove plants.
Definition
The boundary distance is the minimum distance that trees, hedges and shrubs should keep from the neighbouring plot. It is set by the neighbour law of each German state and usually depends on the height of growth. Checking it before planting helps avoid later demands to cut back or remove plants.