Boundaries.

A brook. Also called a bourne or burn.

See: Bourn.

A structural truss with a top member which curves at each end to meet the bottom member, thus resembling a bow.

Framing reinforced with post and braces, forming a frame more rigid than balloon framing.

See: Bradley Sink.

A circular lavatory, usually found in industrial buildings, capable of use by several persons at the same time by utilization of a center column containing multiple water jets operated by foot pedals. Also called a Bradley Fountain.

Failure to perform a contract, in whole or part, without legal excuse.

The failure to do or to refrain from doing that which was covenanted. See also: Covenant; Condition; Restriction.

In real property, the failure of the seller to pass title as either expressed or implied (by law) in the conveyancing document. See also: Warranty Deed; Grant Deed; Quitclaim Deed.

In income property, where there is neither a positive nor a negative cash flow.

Estimating accrued depreciation by using all three reasons (physical deterioration, functional obsolescence, economic obsolescence) for loss in value.

The height at which the diameter of a tree is measured. A height of 4 1/2 feet above the ground level. The abbreviation D.B.H. (diameter-breast-height) is usually used.

A storage tank roof which rises or lowers depending on the level of the stored gas or liquid.

(1) In construction of a house with no garage, a canopy which extends from the house over the driveway as a protection from the weather for an automobile and for those people going between the house and the automobile. (2) A covering over a porch or patio, connecting two sections of a house or a house and garage. Open on two sides, allowing air circulation (breeze).

A building material made from clay, which is molded and heated. The effect of the heat on the iron in the clay gives a red color. Addition of lime or magnesia produces a yellow color.

A structure over a waterway, highway, or other obstruction, to facilitate passage and for the benefit of travelers.

A form of interim loan, generally made between a short term loan and a permanent (long term) loan, when the borrower needs to have more time before taking the long term financing.

Floor joist bracing, usually of wood or metal.

Technically a private road designated as a bridle road without specific use. More modernly, a road designated for equestrian use.

Unit of heat required to raise one pound of water one degree Fahrenheit. Used to express the capacity of heating and cooling systems.