Vernichtungsansprüche
Vernichtungsansprüche, often translated as "claims for destruction" or "destruction claims," is a legal concept primarily encountered in German law, particularly in the context of property law and claims for damages. It refers to a right that a property owner may have to demand the complete destruction or removal of a structure or object that infringes upon their property rights. This is distinct from claims for compensation or claims for alteration, which seek monetary payment or modification of the infringing structure.
The legal basis for Vernichtungsansprüche typically stems from provisions in the German Civil Code (Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch