Lateral Support; Water Rights; Possessor's Rights; Eminent Domain; Zoning

Question 1

Riparian Doctrine

Answer 1

Water belongs to those who own the land bordering the water course

Question 2

Prior Appropriation Doctrine

Answer 2

Water belongs initially to the state, but the right to divert it & use it can be acquired by: an individual, regardless of whether or not he happens to be a Riparian Owner.

Question 3

Surface Water

Answer 3

Is considered a nemesis (to be eradicated)

Question 4

Rights are Determined by (water)

Answer 4

Priority of Beneficial Use. The Norm for Allocation is = 1st in time, 1st in Right

Question 5

Possessor’s Rights

Answer 5

Possessor of Land has the Right to be Free From Trespass & Nuisance

Question 6

Exactions

Answer 6

Those amenities gov. seeks in exchange for granting permission to build (i.e. several new streetlights etc.)