I just thought I'd add this as it may save some a fair bit of cash in fines/trouble.

We have received a letter from our neighbour's solicitor (they have never spoken to us and don't like us!) quoting Article 892c.c. and saying we have damaged their garden wall by planting our fruit trees up against it. What is Article 892 c.c. and have we broken the law? We live in the middle of town and only have a small courtyard garden and so there is nowhere else to put them! Of course they now want compensation - and us to move the trees. Can anybody help and clarify what we have done wrong please. Thanks.

We had a 1200L gas tank installed in 2005 by Socogas. This was approved by our comune and so far we have ordered our gas from them. Can anyone advise if it is possible to order gas from another supplier or am I stuck with only ever ordering it from them.
Many thanks

There was a change the Codice Stradale last year and now Regions can set their own rules for use of snow chains and/or snow tyres. A lot of regions insist on one or the other in winter so you may need to hire them if renting a car or buy them if bringing your own. Here is a list of who requires what and when by region:
http://poliziadistato.it/articolo/21073/