Property Ownership

An easement by necessity is created when:

AA neighbor objects to an adjacent property owner's use
BA parcel has no access to a public road except through another parcel✓ Correct
CA utility company needs to run lines across private land
DA tenant needs access to a property during a lease

Explanation

An easement by necessity is implied by law when a landlocked parcel has no access to a public road except through an adjoining property. Courts recognize this out of public policy against having inaccessible land.

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