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Two neighboring properties.

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A shed near the boundary.

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The question is not simply where the fence

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or hedge appears to be.

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The question is where the actual property line

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lies.

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Look at this simplified plan.

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The dashed line represents the boundary.

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Part of the shed extends across it, into

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the neighboring lot.

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That physical intrusion is an encroachment.

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Compare it with an easement.

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An easement is a legal right to use

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another's land.

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An encroachment describes something physically crossing a boundary.

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One does not automatically create the other or

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transfer ownership.

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A survey can help locate the intrusion; documents

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and applicable law help determine the rights.

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Quick check:

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a shed crosses the property line.

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What describes the physical condition?

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Encroachment.