Property Ownership
In Ohio, a 'constructive annexation' in property law refers to:
AA city taking over adjacent township land
BPersonal property so closely associated with real estate that it is treated as a fixture even without physical attachment✓ Correct
CThe government's taking of property for public use
DAdding a new parcel to an existing lot
Explanation
Constructive annexation treats personal property as a fixture when it is so essential to the real estate's use that removing it would be impractical, even though it is not physically attached.
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Key Terms to Know
Deed
A 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.
LienA financial claim against a property that serves as security for a debt or obligation, giving the creditor the right to foreclose if unpaid.
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