Property Ownership

In Virginia, an encroachment is when:

AA property is in a flood zone
BA structure or improvement extends onto an adjacent property or public right-of-way✓ Correct
CA neighbor plants a garden on their own property
DA lien attaches to a property

Explanation

An encroachment occurs when a building, fence, driveway, or other improvement physically crosses a property boundary and extends onto another's land or onto a public right-of-way. It can create title and legal issues.

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