Can a right of way be an easement?
There are also exceptions, when the right-of-way is an easement, to the corollary general rule that the abutting property owners own fee title to the centerline of the right-of-way.
Can a gross easement be transferred to an adjacent property?
Easements in gross are unrelated to the easement holder’s possession of a dominant estate and do not ordinarily transfer with title to an adjacent property.
How is an easement related to tax assessment?
A property owner who grants a conservation or scenic highway preservation easement is entitled to a reduction in tax assessed value based upon the existence of the easement. The easement shall be exempt from assessment and taxation the same as any other property owned by the particular “holder.” ORS 271.785.
What’s the difference between an easement and a license?
Most commonly, an easement entails the right of a person (or the public) to use the land of another in a certain manner. Easements should not be confused with licenses. A license is merely permission given to an individual to do some act or acts on the land of another. It does not give rise to an interest in land as do easements.
How is a slope easement used in real estate?
Ask a lawyer – it’s free! A slope easement is an easement in land which will contain or be used for the construction of a slope on your property and generally will be used to adjust the elevation difference between your property and your adjoining property because it is or will be lower or higher than your property.
There are also exceptions, when the right-of-way is an easement, to the corollary general rule that the abutting property owners own fee title to the centerline of the right-of-way.
Can a property owner force an easement to be removed?
The owner of the easement can take legal steps to force the owner of the property to remove it. You should know where all easements are located and what restrictions are associated with them before you purchase a property. Not every easement is found on the face of property deeds like warranty or grant deeds.
Where can I find a transferable easement on my property?
Generally, transferable easements are listed on a deed or other legal documents disclosed when purchasing the property. It’s your responsibility to check for easements before erecting or building on any area of your property.