Property Ownership

An easement by necessity is created when:

AAn owner needs to install utilities across a neighbor's land
BA landlocked parcel requires access across adjacent land✓ Correct
CA government entity needs access for public use
DA tenant requires an easement during the lease term

Explanation

An easement by necessity arises when a property is landlocked — completely surrounded by other private land with no access to a public road. Courts recognize that access is necessary, and an easement is implied.

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