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altius non tollendi
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A quick definition of altius non tollendi:
Term: ALTIUS NON TOLLENDI
Definition: Altius non tollendi is a legal term that means "of not raising higher." It is a type of servitude that prevents a landowner from building a house or any structure above a certain height. This is a common law in Roman and civil law.
A more thorough explanation:
ALTIUS NON TOLLENDI
Altius non tollendi is a Latin term used in Roman and civil law to refer to a servitude that prohibits a landowner from constructing a building or structure above a certain height.
For instance, if a landowner has a property with a beautiful view, a neighboring landowner may have an altius non tollendi servitude that prevents the first landowner from building a structure that would obstruct the view. Another example is if a landowner has a property near an airport, there may be an altius non tollendi servitude that prohibits the landowner from building a structure that would interfere with the flight path of airplanes.
These examples illustrate how an altius non tollendi servitude can be used to protect the rights of neighboring landowners and ensure that everyone can enjoy their property without interference from others.