How can I protect against squatters when renting trailer space?

Full question:

Would like to rent space for trailer but need protection from later squatters petition. What form to use get pre-signed?

  • Category: Real Property
  • Subcategory: Adverse Possession
  • Date:
  • State: Texas

Answer:

Adverse possession requires that the use of the property be "open and notorious" and "adverse" to the owner's interest. If the property is occupied with the owner's consent, it does not qualify as a hostile claim. Simply sending a note granting permission to the possessor is often sufficient to defeat an adverse possession claim.

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FAQs

The time required to establish squatter's rights varies by state. In many states, it can range from 5 to 20 years, depending on the specific laws governing adverse possession. Generally, the squatter must occupy the property openly, continuously, and without the owner's permission during this time. Always check local laws for precise durations.