die Baulast
Translation
building encumbrance, public-law obligation on a property
Examples
Eine Baulast wurde im Grundbuch eingetragen.
A building encumbrance was registered in the land register.
Die Baulast sichert die Zufahrt zum Nachbargrundstück.
The building encumbrance secures access to the neighboring property.
Grammar Patterns
to register an encumbrance ((on sth.)) Eine Baulast wird auf dem Grundstück eingetragen.
Similar Words
Dienstbarkeit (easement), Grundschuld (land charge)
Etymology
Composed of 'Bau' (building) and 'Last' (load, burden, encumbrance). A legal term literally meaning 'building burden'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a legal 'load' or 'burden' (Last) that is placed on a property related to 'building' (Bau).