Property Ownership

What is a 'utility easement' in Idaho?

AA bill-of-rights provision
BAn easement granted to a utility company (power, gas, water, communications) to install and maintain lines or equipment across private property✓ Correct
CThe right of a homeowner to install solar panels
DThe right to use shared driveways

Explanation

Utility easements give utility companies the right to install, maintain, repair, and replace utility infrastructure (power lines, pipelines, cables) across private property. These easements are commonly found in chain of title for Idaho properties.

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