To encroach refers to an unauthorised intrusion or trespass onto another person’s property or rights. In legal terms, encroachment occurs when a person or entity extends beyond the boundaries of their property onto adjoining land or infringes upon the legal rights of others. Encroachment can involve physical structures, such as buildings, fences, or vegetation, as well as intangible rights, such as easements or intellectual property. It may result in legal disputes and require resolution through negotiation, litigation, or other legal remedies to address the encroaching party’s actions and potential damages incurred by the affected party.
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This glossary post was last updated: 29th March 2024.
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