Land Use & Zoning
An easement of way across a neighbor's property that is necessary for access to a landlocked parcel is called a(n):
AEasement in gross
BPrescriptive easement
CEasement by necessity✓ Correct
DImplied easement
Explanation
An easement by necessity is created when a parcel is landlocked and can only be accessed by crossing another's land — the law creates the easement to ensure the landlocked owner has access.
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