Easement
/ˈiːzmənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal right to use another's land for a specific limited purpose.
The easement allowed the neighbors to cross the property to access the lake.
- (n.) The land subject to such a right or privilege.
The utility company secured an easement for the pipeline on the landowner's property.
Forms
- easements
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Commentary
Easements must be clearly defined in scope and duration to avoid disputes; drafting should specify purpose and boundaries precisely.
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