house not built exactly within plot boundaries.

[soozmac]

I have had an offer accepted on a house in Edinburgh, which was built on a plot of land bought from a neighbour. But it turns out that the person who built the house did not stick to the original plot which he bought, but used an extra 45 square foot of unused, unclaimed wasteland, which he did not legally own. This now means that our solicitors are having to get the land registry office (I think) involved, to see if the sale can go ahead. Has anyone ever heard of anything like this? What is the likely outcome? I am worrying myself stupid here. The plot was bought in 1979 and the house was built in 1990.

This is maybe a slightly odd question, but as I am having to wait 2 weeks for a reply from the official agency, I thought I'd ask if anyone else has had the same experience.

And yes, I also posted this under Home & Garden, didn't realise there was a subsection.

[morbidstorm]

Hiya,
I don't know the legalities, but I'll have a stab at helping you.
firstly you need to establish how long ago this was built to know if there can be any enforcement carried out. Then, it may be worth asking your solicitor if they can possible make an indemnity policy that would cover you from repercussions.

What exactly has the vendor had to say on this matter?