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Garden Maintenance Responsibilities
Who is responsible for maintaining the garden, trees, fences, and outdoor areas.
6 min read readLast updated: 1 March 2024
Garden maintenance responsibilities depend on what your tenancy agreement says. If it's silent, there are some general rules.
Usually Tenant's Responsibility
- Mowing the lawn regularly
- Basic weeding and tidying
- Not causing damage to plants/features
- Keeping paths clear
Usually Landlord's Responsibility
- Tree surgery and removal
- Fence repairs (check agreement)
- Structural features (walls, patios)
- Problems caused by disrepair
Key Points
- Check your tenancy agreement first
- Take photos of the garden at move-in
- Document the condition at move-out
- Don't remove established plants without permission
If the garden was overgrown when you moved in, you only need to return it in similar condition (unless you agreed otherwise).
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