Property Ownership
A property owner discovers a neighbor's fence extends 2 feet onto their lot. This is called an:
AEasement
BEncroachment✓ Correct
CAppurtenance
DLicense
Explanation
An encroachment occurs when a structure (fence, building, driveway) from one property physically extends onto an adjacent property. Encroachments can affect title and may need to be resolved before a sale can close.
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