Property Ownership
A Wyoming property owner who wants to build over a utility easement on their property should know that:
ABuilding over an easement is always prohibited
BThe utility company may require removal of any structure that interferes with their easement rights✓ Correct
CThe structure becomes the utility company's property
DThe utility company must pay for any removal if they need access
Explanation
Building over a utility easement is generally prohibited or risky because the utility company may require removal of any structure that interferes with their right to access and use the easement area. The property owner bears the cost of removal if their structure violates the easement.
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