Easements

The video tutorial explains easements, a limited ownership interest in land, and their various types, including easement by necessity, prescription, and negative easements. It discusses how easements allow for specific uses of land, such as crossing property or running utility lines, without full ownership. The video also covers the concept of eminent domain, where the government can acquire easements for public use by compensating landowners.

What is the primary characteristic of an easement compared to full land ownership?

• It grants complete ownership of the land.

• It allows for temporary use of the land.

• It provides a limited ownership interest in the land.

• It requires the land to be used for agricultural purposes.

How does an easement by necessity typically arise?

• When the government decides to build a road.

• When a piece of land is inaccessible without crossing another's property.

• When a landowner uses another's land for a long period.

• When a landowner wants to sell their property.

What is a key feature of an easement by prescription?

• It is granted by the government.

• It is only applicable to commercial properties.

• It arises from long-term use of another's land.

• It requires a formal agreement between parties.

What does a negative easement prevent?

• Certain actions on the property, like mining or cutting trees.

• The construction of new buildings.

• The sale of the property.

• The use of the property for residential purposes.

How can easements facilitate infrastructure development?

• By requiring landowners to build roads.

• By permitting the use of land for utilities without buying it.

• By enabling the construction of temporary structures.

• By allowing the purchase of entire properties.