By mistake of the general contractor, a new building was constructed so that it extends over the property line onto an adjacent lot owned by another individual. Which of the following is NOT true in this situation?

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The owner of the new building may acquire authority to maintain the building through his right to an easement by necessity.

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The owner of the new building has created an encroachment.

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The adjacent owner may bring legal action to require that the new building be reconstructed to remove the offending portion.

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Title may be considered unmarketable unless the encroachment is removed or otherwise dealt with.

By mistake of the general contractor, a new building was constructed so that it extends over the property line onto an adjacent lot owned by another individual. Which of the following is NOT true in this situation?

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By mistake of the general contractor, a new building was constructed so that it extends over the property line onto an adjacent lot owned by another individual. Which of the following is NOT true in this situation?

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