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Appurtenant

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The term appurtenant refers to something that belongs to, or goes with something else. The appurtenant thing, or “appurtenance,” is less important than the property to which it belongs or is attached. The term appurtenant is commonly used in real estate law, but may have other uses as well. To explore this concept, consider the following appurtenant definition. Definition of […]

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Easement

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An easement is a legal right to occupy or use another person’s land for specific purposes. The use of the land is limited, and the original owner retains legal title of the land. A legally binding easement must be made in writing, the exact location stipulated in the property’s deed. Easements most commonly grant utility companies access for the purpose […]

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