Encroachment is best described as?

• A. A boundary marker
• B. The authorized placement of neighbor's fence
• C. Unauthorized use or occupation of another property
• D. A recorded easement

Answer: (C)

Encroachment happens when part of a structure or use intrudes onto a neighbor’s land without permission. It’s about crossing the property line without a right to do so, which can lead to boundary disputes and potential remedies to stop or remove the intrusion. The description that fits this idea best is unauthorized use or occupation of another property, because it directly conveys the lack of permission and the crossing of the boundary. A boundary marker is only a reference point and doesn’t involve occupying someone else’s land. An authorized placement of a neighbor’s fence implies permission, so it isn’t encroachment. A recorded easement is a separate legal right that allows someone to use the land for a specific purpose, not an intrusion.