Tree on neighbor's property - need for action and possibilities?

Hello,

I have a question that has arisen in the course of the land division. We are building in a new development area, meaning that so far there are no houses here anywhere. The actual boundary lines have only now been established. There is a large linden tree on the neighboring property, which is now becoming problematic for us. It was previously said that the linden tree is further away from us – but this is obviously not the case now. Our house is supposed to be built with a 3m setback from the boundary line towards the linden tree. The building application has not yet been submitted.

Do we have any way to take action against this linden tree on the neighboring property? We see many problems: shading, dirt, and possibly risk to our house, which is a little over 8m high, in strong winds.

Or are we seeing this as much more problematic than it actually is?

Thank you very much for your advice!

Or do we see this as much more problematic than it actually is?

yes!
Just imagine, people even build in gaps between buildings and close to the forest or even in it.
What is this lime tree supposed to do to you? It produces oxygen, provides shade in summer, has a calming effect and is welcome nature. It is healthy, right?
If you talk about pollution from trees, you shouldn't build!

Do we have a way to do something about this lime tree on the neighboring property?

I think, no. Protection of existing structures, but also nature conservation!!!
From your drawing I can see nothing except tree crown and lines. Show the entire property with orientation, in which corner the tree stands and how wide your property or building area is.

There are even people who build around an oak tree.

I find lindens terrible. As a Berliner, I am very affected by this, as it is something like the quintessential Berlin tree. The biggest problem is not the dirt, as every tree produces that, but the aphids and their honeydew. Lindens are basically intensive breeding grounds for aphids, and they then attack all other plants. Even those that should actually repel aphids because of their essential oils perish on our balcony. The honeydew sticks everything together, and if you’re not careful, a kind of black mold grows, which even damages car paint. Regarding your question: There’s probably nothing you can do except offer the neighbor to cover their costs for a replacement planting. But then they still have to argue why the tree has to go. Dirt and aphids are not enough reasons. Some people have already gotten Ukrainian truck drivers to accidentally drive into it... ;)

Germany and its trees. See my thread ….

Germany and its trees. See my thread ….

I'm at a loss… Which thread do you mean??