Q: I live in a small condominium community. About five years ago, I planted an avocado pit in a common area landscape island in the parking lot, which has since grown to be a lovely tree. I came home yesterday and noticed one of the residents decided to cut it down on his own. Our condo documents are silent on this issue. Do I or the association have any recourse for this terrible act? — JT
A: You do not, but your community association does.
Your neighbor who cut down the tree may face legal consequences if your association chooses to pursue the matter…