Property Ownership
A Texas homeowner dedicates a portion of their property as a 'nature trail easement' to the city. This is an example of:
AAdverse possession
BA voluntary dedication of a public easement✓ Correct
CA government taking without compensation
DA deed restriction
Explanation
A voluntary dedication is when a private landowner voluntarily grants an easement or dedicates land to public use. This can occur through recording a dedication in a deed or plat. Once dedicated, the public has a right to use the dedicated area, and the landowner retains underlying fee title subject to the public easement.
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