Property Ownership
New Hampshire's doctrine of 'ancient lights' (prescriptive easement for light and air) is:
AWidely recognized and frequently granted in NH courts
BGenerally not recognized in NH, which follows the majority American rule✓ Correct
CAvailable only for properties built before 1900
DGranted automatically to solar panel installations
Explanation
The English doctrine of ancient lights (a prescriptive right to light and air from a neighbor's land) is generally not recognized in most American jurisdictions, including NH. There is no automatic right to a view or light.
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