(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.

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.

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.