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  "heading": "Branches or roots of trees, bushes, or plants on neighboring property.",
  "text": "A landowner has the right to demand that the branches or roots of a neighbor's trees, bushes, or plants, that extend over or into his property be trimmed at the expense of the neighbor.\n\nA landowner does not have this right if the roots or branches do not interfere with the enjoyment of his property.",
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      "number": "IV",
      "name": "Predial Servitudes"
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