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Encroachments

Legal definition for Indian law research

Definition

encroachments


a structure that extends over the legal property line on to another individual's property. The property surveyor will note any encroachment on the lot survey done before property transfer. The person who owns the structure will be asked to remove it to prevent future problems.



Source: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development


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