Real Property
Foreman Jr., Robert L., Brannan, T. Daniel & LaMastra, Stephen M.
Abstract
During the survey period, many cases addressed real property issues in Georgia. Georgia courts were most active in the areas of zoning, condemnation, and landlord-tenant law. In the following pages, the authors review certain cases that signal developing trends or provide guidance in a specific area of the law. Mineral Rights Easements Construction of Document Mortgages and Security Deeds Foreclosure Dispossession Landlord and Tenant Liens Sales Contracts Vendors and Purchasers Real Estate Brokers Trespass on Realty Zoning Eminent Domain and Condemnation Transfer Tax Legislation