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Yes, under certain circumstances. An easement can be released by the party that owns the easement rights. An owner of property encumbered by an easement can petition the court to remove the easement and may prevail if there is sufficient evidence that the easement is no longer needed or in use.

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Probably not, note the word "perpetual" in the phrase. If you are experiencing difficulty with the person(s) who possess the right of easement over your property, if you cannot settle the difficulty among yourselves, you would probably best be served by consulting with an attorney for a possible solution to your dilemma.

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How does an easement and a perpetual easement differ?

They are both used to describe the same thing. An easement is perpetual unless it says otherwise in the original grant.They are both used to describe the same thing. An easement is perpetual unless it says otherwise in the original grant.They are both used to describe the same thing. An easement is perpetual unless it says otherwise in the original grant.They are both used to describe the same thing. An easement is perpetual unless it says otherwise in the original grant.


What is a private nonexclusive easement?

An "easement" is a legal right to use the property owned by another person (i.e. the person who granted the easement). An easement is usually created by a recorded document, whether a deed or an easement agreement. The purpose of the easement (for example, a driveway or a walking path) is whatever permitted use is stated in the easement document. The fact that the easement is "perpetual" means that the easement has no term and will continue indefinitely. An easement that is "non-exclusive" simply is an easement that someone else may also use. This might mean the person who granted the easement or whoever else may be identified in the easement document. The easement document should state who else may use the easement. A perpetual easement usually "runs with the land", meaning that the easement continues in effect regardless of whether the property benefited by the easement is sold or if the property burdened by the easement is sold.


Who pays taxes on a perpetual easement?

You have to pay the taxes on the easement if you are receiving money for granting it. Make sure the deal you are receiving is worth the taxes you are paying.


Can a property easement be removed from a deed?

You can't have an easement removed from your land. You purchased the land subject to the easement because a prior owner granted another party some sort of rights in your land. The only way to remove the burden of an easement is to obtain a release in writing from the owner of the easement and then record the release in the land records. If the easement is used for access, it cannot be removed. Evidence of an easement can be removed from the deed description for land, however, removing the language from the deed will not affect the easement right. The easement will be disclosed during a title examination. In Massachusetts if the instrument that created the easement appears in the chain of title then it encumbers the property whether or not the easement is recited in subsequent deeds. That is a major reason to have a title examination performed by a professional. The title exam reveals encumbrances that are not recited on the deed and must cover a period of 50 years in. That period varies from state to state.


Can a land owner install a wooden deck that crosses a perpetual easement?

You need to review the language in the document that created or granted the easement. It is likely that structures are prohibited within the easement area. If that's the case, the easement owner can demand the removal of the structure.You need to review the language in the document that created or granted the easement. It is likely that structures are prohibited within the easement area. If that's the case, the easement owner can demand the removal of the structure.You need to review the language in the document that created or granted the easement. It is likely that structures are prohibited within the easement area. If that's the case, the easement owner can demand the removal of the structure.You need to review the language in the document that created or granted the easement. It is likely that structures are prohibited within the easement area. If that's the case, the easement owner can demand the removal of the structure.


If you have permission to hunt can you use a perpetual easement to get to property?

First, a landowner's verbal permission to hunt their property can be withdrawn at any time, for any reason. You should get it in writing. Also, you should inquire about legal access to the property when you discuss permission with the landowner. If the owner has legal access via an easement and permits you to use their land then you can also use their easement for access. If the easement you refer to is owned by someone else then you need their permission to use it.


Can a business use a nonexclusive easement to get to their property?

The business can use the easement if it was granted the use of that easement in their deed.The business can use the easement if it was granted the use of that easement in their deed.The business can use the easement if it was granted the use of that easement in their deed.The business can use the easement if it was granted the use of that easement in their deed.


Can an easement be removed if the person who owns it doesn't know it exists and it wasn't needed in the first place?

NO. You must obtain a written release from the owner of the easement, or in other words, the owner of the land benefitted by the easement and then record the release in the land records.NO. You must obtain a written release from the owner of the easement, or in other words, the owner of the land benefitted by the easement and then record the release in the land records.NO. You must obtain a written release from the owner of the easement, or in other words, the owner of the land benefitted by the easement and then record the release in the land records.NO. You must obtain a written release from the owner of the easement, or in other words, the owner of the land benefitted by the easement and then record the release in the land records.


Does access to an easement have to be provided if so isn't that another easement?

Access to an easement is usually provided in the document that granted the easement. There would be no point in granting an easement right that cannot be used.Access to an easement is usually provided in the document that granted the easement. There would be no point in granting an easement right that cannot be used.Access to an easement is usually provided in the document that granted the easement. There would be no point in granting an easement right that cannot be used.Access to an easement is usually provided in the document that granted the easement. There would be no point in granting an easement right that cannot be used.


An easement was granted to the power co and now the power station and lines were removed can you build a horse race track with barns on this land that contains the easement?

No. You need to obtain a release of the easement from the utility company before you build anything on the portion that was affected by the power station and lines. The company can always reinstall new equipment within the easement area and demand that you remove any structures you have installed in violation of their easement rights. Try contacting their right of way or easement department to determine if and how you may obtain a release of their rights in your property. In Massachusetts the utility companies charges for researching and releasing an easement that is no longer used can run from $500-$1500. Some companies will not release an easement that is not being used.


Can an easement be blocked?

If an easement is a legal easement as described in a legally filed deed then no an easement can not be blocked. The only way an easement can be released is again through a release by all parties on a recorded deed.


Is scenic easement same as landscape maintenance easement?

No. A scenic easement prevents another from obstructing the view.A landscape maintenance easement is less exact. It could be an easement to encroach on another's property in order to perform maintenance.No. A scenic easement prevents another from obstructing the view.A landscape maintenance easement is less exact. It could be an easement to encroach on another's property in order to perform maintenance.No. A scenic easement prevents another from obstructing the view.A landscape maintenance easement is less exact. It could be an easement to encroach on another's property in order to perform maintenance.No. A scenic easement prevents another from obstructing the view.A landscape maintenance easement is less exact. It could be an easement to encroach on another's property in order to perform maintenance.