Property Ownership
An 'easement by necessity' in Georgia arises when:
AA. The owner has no access to their property except across another's land✓ Correct
BB. The government needs access for utility lines
CC. A neighbor agrees to share their driveway
DD. A court orders access for an emergency
Explanation
An easement by necessity is implied by law when a parcel would be completely landlocked without access across another's property. The necessity must arise from a common grantor who conveyed the landlocked parcel without providing access.
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