Reserved Rights
/ˈrɛzərvd raɪts/
Definitions
- (n.) Rights expressly retained by a party in a contract or deed, especially when other rights are granted or conveyed.
The grantor conveyed the land but retained reserved rights to access the water.
- (n.) In property law, rights or interests that are not transferred and remain with the original owner, often concerning natural resources or access.
The mineral rights were reserved rights not included in the property sale.
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Commentary
Reserved rights frequently appear in conveyancing and resource law; exact phrasing is crucial to delineate what rights remain with the grantor to avoid ambiguity.
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