Easements
/ˈiːzmənts/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal right to use another's land for a specific purpose, such as access or utilities, without owning it.
The property owner granted an easement to the utility company to run power lines across the land.
Forms
- easement
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Commentary
Easements are typically distinguished from licenses by their irrevocability and transferability; precision in describing scope and duration aids enforceability.
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