Property Ownership
An encroachment in Pennsylvania real estate occurs when:
AA neighbor's structure or improvement extends onto your property✓ Correct
BYour mortgage lender places a lien on your property
CA utility company uses an easement on your land
DA tenant refuses to vacate after the lease expires
Explanation
An encroachment is a physical intrusion of a structure (fence, building, garage, landscaping) across a property line onto an adjoining owner's land. Encroachments are discovered through surveys and may need to be resolved before title insurance is issued or a sale can close.
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