Our recent article in the Greenwich Sentinel explains the rights and responsibilities of Greenwich residents when utility companies perform tree pruning or removal near power lines.
While utilities have the authority to maintain vegetation within utility protection zones and public rights-of-way to ensure electrical safety, property owners retain important rights when trees are located entirely on private property. Utilities must generally provide advance notice before planned work, and homeowners have the right to ask questions, discuss alternatives, and request that any agreed-upon modifications be documented in writing.
Residents are encouraged to review notices carefully, understand where their trees are located relative to utility easements and rights-of-way, take photographs before work begins, and communicate proactively with utility representatives. Understanding these rights can help protect valuable trees while supporting safe and reliable electric service.
Read the full story in the Greenwich Sentinel here.