Property Rights

Norwegian
JUR 3435
7.5 Credits

Introduction

This course “Property Rights” is a part of the static property law and deals with ownership rights and limited rights in real estate, as well as the rules concerning establishment, modification, transfer, and termination of such rights when there is no conflict with third-party acquisitions.

Changes in rights and relationships with third parties are covered in dynamic property law, taught in the course "Dynamic Law of Property" in the 6th semester. The course also has a close connection to “Bond Law” in the 4th semester.

Course content

The course primarily covers the rules regarding:

Property boundaries, including the Cadastre Act
Concessions, including the Concession Act
Easements, including the Easements Act
Neighbour relationships, including the Neighbours Act
Acquisitive prescription, including the Prescriptions Act
Land leasing, including the Ground lease act with lessee ownership to buildings
Act Rent of real estate, including the Tenancy act
Planning and building law, including the Planning and Building Act and the Public Administration Act
Forms of ownership, including the Housing Cooperatives Act, the Condominium Ownership Act, the Companies Act, and the Joint Ownership Act
The right of public access and common rights, including the Outdoor Recreation Act and common rights laws

Disclaimer

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