Property Ownership

An Arizona property owner who grants an easement to a neighbor for a driveway should ensure the easement is:

AOnly oral since neighbors are trustworthy
BIn writing and recorded to be binding on future owners of both properties✓ Correct
CApproved by the city or county
DLimited to a maximum of 10 years

Explanation

For an easement appurtenant to run with the land and be binding on future owners, it should be created in writing and recorded in the county recorder's office. Oral easements are generally unenforceable against future owners.

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