California statutes do not require 5 years, and the late honorable David Dolgin settled for 3 years in 1994.
In any event, the 5 year statutory period here did not commence, at best, until just 2 years ago – there could not have been any adverse possession or use, of course, while the prior owner’s were in title. Our new buyers no doubt realize how important it is to take action in that regard during the next 3 years.