USUFRUCT IN CONTEMPORARY PROPERTY LAW

Abstract

Usufruct is a form of personal servitude that grants its holder the right to use another
person's property fully. It is a real right (right in rem) that originated in Roman law and has
since been adopted and integrated into civil codes and property laws across Europe during the
reception of Roman law. The right of usufruct has remained relevant and continues to play an
important role in modern property law. This paper aims to provide a comparative overview of
how usufruct is regulated within the legal systems of European countries, highlighting its main
characteristics and shared features. The analysis will focus on the regulation of the usufruct
right in Macedonian property law and explore potential improvements to facilitate its practical
application.