right of entry
Noun: - The legal right to take possession of real estate in a peaceable manner: A legal entitlement allowing a person to lawfully and peacefully enter and take control of a piece of property, typically land or buildings.
This term is used in legal and property contexts. It refers to a formal, lawful authorization to enter and assume ownership or occupancy of real estate without the use of force or disturbance. - It is a specific, compound legal term. The core concept is the lawful and peaceful nature of the possession.
- Noun:
- The new owner was granted the right of entry to the property following the completion of the sale.
- The lease agreement includes a clause detailing the landlord's right of entry for necessary repairs.
- "To exercise one's right of entry": To actively use or act upon this legal entitlement.
- The council may exercise its right of entry to inspect the premises for health and safety violations.
- Right of access: A similar legal right to enter or use a property, often for a specific purpose like maintenance, which may be more limited than a full right of entry for possession.
- Easement: A broader legal right to use another person's land for a specified purpose, which may include a right of entry.
- Possession: The state of owning, occupying, or controlling property.
- Legal access: Lawful permission to enter.
- Lawful entry: Entry that is permitted by law.
This is a fixed legal compound noun. Its meaning is specific and should not be confused with the general idea of having permission to enter a place (e.g., "You have the right to enter this building"). It specifically concerns real estate and the legal act of taking possession.
- the legal right to take possession of real estate in a peaceable manner