Question

IV. PROPERTY, OWNERSHIP, AND ITS MODIFICATIONS:

F. Possession (Civil Code, arts. 523-561)

Read the scenario below and answer the question that follows:

Scenario:

Andy is a tenant of an apartment owned by Ben. Andy has been residing in the apartment for several years and has been faithfully paying his monthly rent. Over time, Andy has made various improvements to the apartment, such as installing new fixtures, repainting, and upgrading the furniture. Andy believes that he has acquired ownership of the apartment because of his continuous and uninterrupted possession, as well as the substantial improvements he has made.

Question:

Based on the scenario, can Andy acquire ownership of the apartment through possession under the provisions of the Civil Code? Explain your answer.