Tenement Legal Meaning and Definition

Here is a simplified definition of the legal term Tenement.

Tenement (noun)

1. A term used in law that refers to any type of land or permanent property that an individual or entity holds with the right to rent it out.

2. In a more general context, it often describes an old, multi-story building divided into several apartments. These buildings are typically rented out and may only provide basic amenities.