[ravelov]

There is a piece of land beyond my property line, which is owned by the builders of my house and subdivision. The only reason it was not sold to me when I bought my house is that all the houses in the neighborhood were alloted the same size lots. I'm convinced that Moranda Homes is not planning on ever doing anything with this piece of land (about 60 square ft.) Now, my association has explicitly stated that I am responsible for mowing this area. Do you think that I could become its owner after x number of years. I live in Florida.

Thanks!

Victor

[hkstroud]

All states have adverse possession laws. These laws specify what actions constitute taking adverse possession and how long these actions must endure. Fencing and cultivation are a couple of actions. I doubt that mowing would qualify. Look up Florida adverse possession statute.

I doubt that you home owners association can dictate that you are responsible for something you don't own. You should probably check out who actually owns the property. It is not uncommon for such property to be deeded over to home owner associations.

[N0help4u]

I would say that the ''owned by the builders'' and your townships codes would exempt you from being able to make any claims.

Also the owners are the ones that have the title and are paying the taxes on that piece of property so there is no way you could get ownership over them.