N.Y. Real Property Actions & Proceedings Law Section 543
Adverse possession

  • how affected by acts across a boundary line

1.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this article, the existence of de minimus non-structural encroachments including, but not limited to, fences, hedges, shrubbery, plantings, sheds and non-structural walls, shall be deemed to be permissive and non-adverse.

2.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this article, the acts of lawn mowing or similar maintenance across the boundary line of an adjoining landowner’s property shall be deemed permissive and non-adverse.

Source: Section 543 — Adverse possession; how affected by acts across a boundary line, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/RPA/543 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Oct. 18, 2025).

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