Property Ownership
In New York, 'reliction' refers to:
AThe gradual recession of water, leaving dry land that becomes part of the adjoining property✓ Correct
BThe flooding of land by rising water
CThe transfer of waterfront property to the state
DThe removal of minerals from a property
Explanation
Reliction (also called dereliction) is the gradual recession of water (such as a lake or river) from its former boundary, leaving dry land that becomes part of the property of the adjacent landowner. Like accretion, it increases the landowner's property through a natural process.
People Also Study
Related New York Questions
- Riparian rights in New York grant owners of land adjacent to a natural watercourse the right to:Property Ownership
- In New York, 'accretion' refers to the gradual addition of land by:Property Ownership
- In New York City, 'rezoning' of a neighborhood is initiated by a formal application and goes through which review process?Land Use & Zoning
- In New York, 'design review' as part of a development approval process evaluates:Land Use & Zoning
- Under New York law, the local government's authority to regulate land use through zoning is derived from:Land Use & Zoning
- In New York, the environmental review process for major land use actions is governed by:Land Use & Zoning
- In New York, the process of determining the value of a property as of a specific past date (such as a date of death for estate purposes) is called a(n):Property Valuation
- Personal property that becomes permanently attached to real property and is considered part of the real estate is called a:Property Ownership
Key Terms to Know
Amortization
The gradual repayment of a loan through scheduled periodic payments that cover both principal and interest.
DeedA written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
EncumbranceAny claim, lien, charge, or liability attached to real property that affects its value or limits its use.
Math Concepts
Study This Topic
Practice More New York Real Estate Questions
1,500+ questions covering all exam topics. Start free — no signup required.
Take the Free New York Quiz →