Jones v. Burk

OPINION

HOWARD, Judge.

Scott and Sandra Jones (Jones) appeal from a judgment quieting title, finding ownership by adverse possession. Steven and Carol Burk (Burks) cross-appeal on the propriety of that judgment.

FACTS

The Jones own the Antlers Cocktail Lounge on which the disputed parcel is located (Antler property). The Burks own the property abutting it to the west. The disputed parcel is 9.37 feet in width and runs north-south for 191.61 feet on the western edge of the Antler property.

Stanley Investment Corporation (SIC) purchased the Antler property in 1974. Barry Latham, a principal of SIC,…