Site & Civil / Right to use land
Easement
/ˈiːz.mənt/noun
From Old French aisement, “convenience,” from aise, “ease.”
Definition
A legal right allowing someone other than the owner, such as a utility or neighbor, to use part of a property for a specific purpose like access, drainage, or service lines.
Fig. 99 — Easement: schematic studyNOT TO SCALE
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Structural & construction notes
Easements are recorded with the property title and shown on surveys and site plans. Permanent structures are often restricted within them. Their exact rules depend on the recorded document and local law.
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