Property Ownership
What is a 'prescriptive easement' in Delaware, and how is it obtained?
AAn easement obtained by a doctor for prescription deliveries
BAn easement obtained by open, continuous, notorious, and hostile use of another's land for the statutory period (20 years in Delaware)✓ Correct
CAn easement prescribed by a court order
DAn easement obtained through express written grant
Explanation
A prescriptive easement (similar to adverse possession) is obtained by using another's land openly, continuously, notoriously, and hostilely for the statutory period (20 years in Delaware). It grants the right of use but not title.
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