Property Ownership

An easement by necessity is created when:

AA property owner allows a neighbor to use their land for 20 years
BA landlocked parcel requires access across another's land to reach a public road✓ Correct
CA municipality needs utility access across private property
DA court orders access for emergency vehicles

Explanation

An easement by necessity is created when a parcel becomes landlocked — with no access to a public road — making an easement across adjacent property a legal necessity.

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