The term refers to the legal rights and privileges an individual or group has over a piece of land, including the ability to buy, sell, lease, or use it for various purposes.
Related terms
Property Title: A legal document that proves someone's ownership of a property.
Tenure Security: Refers to the certainty and protection individuals have in their right to occupy and use their land.
Land Disputes: Conflicts arising from competing claims or disagreements over land ownership or usage.