What does an easement by necessity guarantee?

An easement by necessity is a legal right that grants a property owner the access required to reach their land, typically when that property is landlocked. This type of easement arises when a property does not have direct access to a public road or way, making it essential for the owner to have a designated path to enter and exit their property. Thus, the primary guarantee of an easement by necessity is to provide ingress and egress rights, allowing the property owner to use a specific route to access their land, often across the neighboring property.

This characteristic sets it apart from other potential descriptions. For instance, easements do not inherently guarantee access to government land, increase property value, or provide shared resources between properties, as these issues are typically governed by different legal principles. The focus of an easement by necessity is specifically on the requirement for access, ensuring that the landlocked property owner can functionally use their land.