Encroachments Clauses: Contract for Real Property is a legal clause that is included in a contract for the purchase and sale of real estate. It outlines the rights and responsibilities of the buyer and seller when it comes to encroachments on the property. The clause specifies what constitutes an encroachment and how it should be handled if one occurs. There are two types of Encroachments Clauses: Contract for Real Property: positive and negative. A positive Encroachments Clause states that the buyer will not construct any physical structure or use the property in a way that encroaches on neighboring properties. A negative Encroachments Clause prohibits the buyer from constructing any physical structure or using the property in a way that encroaches on neighboring properties. The clause also outlines the remedies available to the buyer and seller in the event of an encroachment.