Encumbrances, liens, easements, encroachments are categorized as which term?

• A. Private Restrictions
• B. Arm's Length Transaction
• C. Private Controls
• D. Amenity

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is recognizing how private limits on property rights are categorized. Encumbrances, liens, easements, and encroachments are all private controls that restrict or affect how a property can be used or transferred, and they originate from private parties rather than government. A lien represents a private financial claim against the property, an easement gives another party a right to use a portion of the property, and an encroachment occurs when a structure or use intrudes onto someone else’s land. These are distinct from public controls like zoning or building codes and aren’t just amenities. So they’re best described as private controls.