Justifiable non-use

Justifiable non-use refers to situations where it is reasonable or acceptable not to use a particular right, resource, or legal claim. This can occur when someone chooses not to exercise a certain entitlement because doing so would cause harm, be unnecessary, or conflict with other priorities or ethical considerations. For example, a landowner might choose not to develop their property to protect the environment. In legal or policy contexts, justifiable non-use recognizes that abstaining from action can be appropriate and justified under specific circumstances, emphasizing that in some cases, inaction can be a valid and responsible choice.