noun
- A right, privilege, or property that belongs to or is attached to a principal property or estate.
- An object or item that is attached to or goes with something else; an accessory.
Usage: legal/property term; often used in plural form
Usage: general use
Examples
- The barn and its appurtenances were included in the sale of the farm.
- Water rights are an important appurtenance to properties in arid regions.
- The house came with all its appurtenances, including the garage and storage shed.
- In real estate law, appurtenances pass to the new owner along with the main property.
- The fishing equipment and boat were appurtenances to the lakeside cottage.
- Easements and rights of way are common appurtenances in property deeds.