There are 7 types of easement. Each specifies certain arrangements per access requirements. Basically, for homes the easement gives the homeowner right to use as he/she wishes so long as there is no blockage of access for utility/maintenance/emergency personnel or equipment. Easement does not allow unfettered access for the general public as a community common ground, park or parking area, or dog walking, as some wish to believe.
Earlier in this thread there was even mention of the ability to have your home taken from you due to easement. No! That can happen if the government enacts Eminent Domain to aquire large tracts of land for highways/interstates. But first they must pay the property owners.
Bottom line, if you don't own it, stay out of it, off of it, don't touch it. Be a decent, respectful human being.
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