A lease of land on shares, including the use of buildings, farm implements, stock and other personal property, is a personal contract and is not assignable without the consent of the lessor; provided, however, where the original lease runs “to the lessee and that lessee’s assigns,” or where the crop has been harvested and marketed, the lease shall be assignable.

60 Del. Laws, c. 175, § ?1; 70 Del. Laws, c. 186, § ?1;

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Terms Used In Delaware Code Title 25 Sec. 6723

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Lease: A contract transferring the use of property or occupancy of land, space, structures, or equipment in consideration of a payment (e.g., rent). Source: OCC
  • Personal property: All property that is not real property.