Easement
A right enjoyed by the owner of one piece of land over another's land, such as a right of way.
Detailed Meaning
An easement is a right that the owner or occupier of land possesses, as such, for the beneficial enjoyment of that land, to do or continue to do something in or upon, or in respect of, another person's land — most commonly a right of way, light, air, or water.
Authoritative Sources & Provenance
Relevant Legislation
- The Transfer of Property Act, 1882
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an easement right?
An easement is a right the owner of one piece of land enjoys over another's adjoining land — such as a right of way or right to light — for the beneficial use of their own property, without amounting to ownership of the servient land.
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