Property Ownership

In New York, an 'encroachment' occurs when:

AA building is listed for sale without disclosure of defects
BA structure or improvement on one property extends onto or over an adjacent property✓ Correct
CA municipality changes the zoning on a privately owned lot
DA lien is recorded on a property

Explanation

An encroachment is a physical intrusion—such as a fence, building wall, or addition—that extends beyond a property's legal boundary onto neighboring property. Encroachments are identified by surveys and can affect title.

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