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Homeowner Sues Austin Over Tree Trimming | Texas News
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A Texas homeowner is suing Austin over a tree ordinance that slapped him with a $9,000 bill for trimming overgrown trees—trees that were leaning on his house and near power lines. He claims it’s routine safety maintenance, especially with a newborn at home. Backed by a conservative think tank known for challenging local regulations, the lawsuit argues the ordinance violates property rights and seeks to block enforcement and declare parts of it unconstitutional. The city hasn’t responded yet, but this isn’t their first rodeo—similar cases are already in Oakland and Michigan. The goal? To reshape policies so property owners aren’t unfairly burdened by government rules.
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