Environmental
Nevada follows the 'prior appropriation' doctrine for water rights, which means:
ALandowners along a waterway have equal rights to use the water
BEarlier water rights holders have priority over later holders during water shortages✓ Correct
CThe state owns all water and sells usage rights annually
DWater rights must be used within 5 years or they expire
Explanation
The prior appropriation doctrine ('first in time, first in right') gives priority to earlier water rights holders during shortages. Nevada is a prior appropriation state, unlike eastern states that use riparian rights.
People Also Study
Related Nevada Questions
- Nevada has strict water rights laws based on the prior appropriation doctrine. What does 'first in time, first in right' mean for real estate?Environmental
- Nevada's State Engineer oversees water rights. What is the process for obtaining a new water right in Nevada?Environmental
- What is 'riparian rights' and how does it differ from 'prior appropriation' in Nevada water law?Property Ownership
- Which Nevada city was among the first in the state to adopt local fair housing ordinances prior to the federal act?Fair Housing
- In Nevada, an option to purchase gives the optionee (buyer) the right to:Contracts
- An exclusive right to sell listing in Nevada means:Contracts
- In Nevada, time is of the essence in a real estate contract means:Contracts
- What is a right of first refusal in Nevada real estate?Property Ownership
Key Terms to Know
Option Contract
A contract giving the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to purchase a property at a specified price within a specified time period.
Right of First RefusalA contractual right giving a party the opportunity to match any offer received before the owner can accept it from a third party.
Deed of TrustA security instrument used in many states instead of a mortgage, involving three parties: borrower (trustor), lender (beneficiary), and a neutral trustee.
Joint TenancyCo-ownership where two or more people hold equal, undivided interests with the right of survivorship — when one owner dies, their share passes to the surviving owners.
Study This Topic
Practice More Nevada Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free Nevada Quiz →