ICC Permit Technician Practice Exam

The term "encroachment" primarily relates to what issue in property law?

1. Unauthorized occupation of land

2. Building without a permit

3. Failure to comply with zoning laws

4. Exceeding property boundaries

The correct answer is: Unauthorized occupation of land

The term "encroachment" primarily pertains to the issue of exceeding property boundaries. This typically involves a situation where a structure or other physical feature from one property intrudes onto the land of another property owner. This can lead to disputes between neighbors and may have legal implications regarding land ownership and usage rights. In property law, encroachments can arise from various situations, such as fences, sheds, or other structures that have been built too close to or over the property line. This encroachment can inhibit the rightful owner's use of their land and potentially affect the property value. Landowners have the right to seek remedies for encroachments, which might include requiring the encroaching party to remove the structure or negotiating an easement. While other options presented may relate to property law issues, they describe different scenarios that do not specifically focus on the concept of encroachment as defined above. Unauthorized occupation of land, for instance, refers more to trespassing than to the physical intrusion of structures onto someone's property. Building without a permit addresses regulatory compliance rather than boundaries. Failure to comply with zoning laws involves adherence to land use regulations rather than the direct physical overlap of properties.