Property Ownership
What is a public utility easement (PUE) in Nevada residential development?
AAn easement allowing the public to use private land for recreation
BAn easement granted to utility companies (electric, gas, water, sewer, telecom) for the right to install and maintain infrastructure across private property✓ Correct
CA government easement for road construction
DAn easement held by the city for future park development
Explanation
PUEs are granted to utility companies to install, operate, and maintain utility infrastructure (power lines, gas pipes, water mains, sewer lines, telecom cables) across private property. They typically run along the edges of lots in Nevada subdivisions and restrict what owners can build in that area.
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