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    SECTION 543

    Adverse possession; how affected by acts across a boundary line

    Real Property Actions & Proceedings (RPA) CHAPTER 81, ARTICLE 5

    § 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.