Land Use & Zoning

An easement by necessity in Utah is typically granted when:

AA neighboring landowner desires convenient access across another's land
BA landlocked parcel has no other legal access to a public road✓ Correct
CA utility company needs to run power lines
DA government agency requires environmental mitigation

Explanation

An easement by necessity is implied by law when a parcel is landlocked—completely surrounded by other private land with no access to a public road. Courts will grant the minimal access necessary.

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