N.Y. Real Property Actions & Proceedings Law § 543 (2026)

§ 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.