Property Ownership
What is an easement by necessity in Nevada?
AAn emergency access granted by court order
BAn easement created when a parcel is landlocked and has no access to a public road✓ Correct
CAn easement for utility companies to run lines
DAn easement created by long-continued use without permission
Explanation
An easement by necessity is created by law when a parcel is completely landlocked — surrounded by other private property with no access to a public road. The courts may grant an access easement across adjacent land as a matter of necessity.
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