Although the requirements for adverse possession may vary significantly between jurisdictions, the following are the typical requirements that need to be met: The possession of the property must be continuous and uninterrupted. The occupation must be hostile and adverse to the interests of the true owner, and take place without their consent. The person seeking adverse possession must occupy a property in a manner that is open, notorious, and obvious. Possession of the property must continue for the state's predetermined statutory period, which may vary from three to 30 years. The property must be occupied exclusively by the person seeking adverse possession.