Logan Pearsall Smith

There are people who, like houses, are beautiful in dilapidation.

American Writer

Refers to the physical state of a building or structure, emphasizing visible decay.

Dilapidation implies a negative change, often due to neglect or age.

Use dilapidation to contrast a current ruined state with a former beauty.

Emphasizes the process of decay over time, not an instant state.

Often used when neglect or abandonment accelerates decay.

In legal terms, it often relates to who is responsible for property decay.

Look for dilapidation clauses in rental contracts to understand obligations.

Dilapidation in legal settings can involve financial compensation.