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Originally Posted by kittygilchrist
Maybe downeaster can answer this definitively. I thought the same as mulligan. You own, pay taxes and maintain all of the lot. You can't build a permanent structure on easement or right of way in case TV needs access to buried utilities or the roads dept needs access for some reason I can't imagine.
maintenance responsibility is in my deed restrictions.
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I can not answer definitively but can tell what is included on the plat furnished at closing. It shows a
"10' wide special easement" in the rear reserved for, by not limited to, utilities and drainage. The front of my lot shows 13' from my front lot line to the edge of the concrete curb. It notes that the lot owner
"shall have the obligation to mow and maintain all areas of easements and right-of-ways". Foot notes state the total to be maintained by me includes the 780 square foot section of right-of-way in front and the 600 square foot easement in back.
My interpretation? I own the 10' easement but am restricted as to its use. I do not own the 13' right-of-way between my front lot line and the curb. I am obligated to mow and maintain both.
As to trespassing, I'll cross that bridge when and if it ever becomes necessary.