Reasonable Use Doctrine
/ˈriːzənəbl juz ˈdɔːktrɪn/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal principle limiting the use of property rights or natural resources to prevent harm to others or unreasonable interference.
The reasonable use doctrine restricts landowners from actions that unduly damage neighboring properties.
Forms
- reasonable use doctrine
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Commentary
The doctrine balances private property rights with public or neighborly interests; understanding its application requires analyzing both the nature of use and its effects on others.
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