A state exemption for property taxes granted qualified veterans or their widows. Not in every state.

(1) A neighborhood, vicinity. (2) A legal term signifying the county where a trial is held.

A term of no legal significance, used to describe a large lot upon which would be built an expensive house.

A small community.

Breach of any law or agreement.

The right to be able to see clearly as a general welfare right taking priority over a property right. Example: Restriction of structures or trees, shrubs, etc., at intersections if visibility is restricted as to cause a danger.

Data regarding births, deaths, marriages, health records, etc., and usually kept by a governmental bureau. Federally, the Bureau of Vital Statistics.

Relating to or resembling glass. Glassy.

Clay pipes used in a disposal field.

See: Verification Of Deposit.

Having no legal force or binding effect.

May be voided, but not void in itself.

A term in electronics, being the force necessary to cause one ampere to flow through a conductor with a resistance of one ohm. Common household current is 110 volts, with a 220 volt circuit used for some heavy appliances. Industrial uses may require higher voltage.

A lien placed against real property by the voluntary act of the owner. Most commonly, a mortgage or deed of trust.

See: Verification Of Mortgage.

Payment of subcontractors by issuing vouchers that are redeemed by the construction lenders. The purpose is to make sure that payment reaches the subcontractors and avoids mechanic’s liens.

See: Variable Price Ranging.

A general term encompassing all pay given a hired person for his or her services, whether paid as a salary, commission, fee, etc.

See: Wainscoting.

The covering of an interior wall with wood (usually panels), tiles, etc., from the floor to a point about half way to the ceiling: the remaining portion is painted, wallpapered, or covered with another material different from the lower portion.

To knowingly abandon, relinquish, or surrender a right, benefit, or claim.