Lot Line

Definition

The legal boundary that defines the edge of a property parcel. It's an invisible line that can cause huge disputes if it's not exactly where everyone thought it was.

Example Usage

The surveyor discovered the fence was one foot inside the neighbor's property, crossing the lot line.

Origin

American real estate terminology, formalized in property surveying and conveyancing practices

Fun Fact

Lot line disputes are surprisingly common and expensive to resolve—making title insurance that covers survey defects increasingly valuable.

Source: Property Surveying and Real Estate Law

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