Statute of Limitations, 1957

Limitation of actions in respect of certain personal rights in or over land, such as right of support, etc.

40.—An action in respect of a right in the nature of a lien for money's worth in or over land for a limited period not exceeding life, such as a right of support or a right of residence, not being an exclusive right of residence in or on a specified part of the land, shall not be brought after the expiration of twelve years from the date on which the right of action accrued.