Maine Standard Easement for Aerial Rights Only
About this form
The Standard Easement for Aerial Rights Only is a legal document that grants permission to a party (the Grantee) to install and maintain equipment above the land of another party (the Grantor). This type of easement specifically focuses on aerial rights, differentiating it from other easements that may cover land use or access rights. By establishing this easement, the parties define the scope of rights regarding aerial installations such as electric or communication lines, providing clarity and security for both parties involved.
Form components explained
- The identification of the Grantor(s) and Grantee(s), including their legal addresses.
- A specification of the rights granted for the construction and maintenance of aerial equipment and facilities.
- Provisions for cutting trees and vegetation that may interfere with the aerial installations.
- Restrictions on building within a certain distance of the facilities.
- Warranties provided to ensure the easement's legal applicability.
- Notarization requirements to validate the Agreement.
When to use this document
This form is necessary when landowners want to allow another party, such as a utility company, to install and maintain aerial equipment over their property. Situations may include the installation of power lines, communication cables, or other infrastructure requiring aerial rights. Use this easement to protect against disputes regarding land use and to ensure that both parties understand their rights and responsibilities.
Who should use this form
- Property owners (Grantor) who want to provide aerial access to their land.
- Utility companies or other businesses (Grantee) that require aerial rights to install and maintain equipment.
- Attorneys or legal representatives assisting clients in establishing aerial easements.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify and enter the names and mailing addresses of the Grantor(s) and Grantee(s).
- Specify the location of the property where the aerial rights will be granted.
- Clearly outline the specific rights being granted, including maintenance and trimming rights.
- Detail any restrictions on construction near the installed equipment.
- Ensure the form is signed, sealed, and notarized to make it legally binding.
Does this form need to be notarized?
Yes, this form must be notarized to be legally valid. Notarization adds an extra layer of verification to the document, ensuring all signatures are authentic and that the agreement is enforceable. US Legal Forms provides integrated online notarization for convenience, allowing you to complete this process securely via video call without the need to travel.
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to accurately identify all parties involved in the easement.
- Not specifying the precise area affected by the easement rights.
- Ignoring state-specific requirements that may affect the validity of the easement.
- Not obtaining necessary signatures or notarization.
Advantages of online completion
- Convenience of completing the form at any time without the need for in-person meetings.
- Editability allows customization to meet specific needs and legal requirements.
- Access to legal guidance through US Legal Forms to ensure proper use.
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FAQ
If an authority has an easement registered over your land, they have the right to access the easement to maintain or repair the easement land or their equipment on the land.
The short answer is NO. It may be considered trespass.
The party gaining the benefit of the easement is the dominant estate (or dominant tenement), while the party granting the benefit or suffering the burden is the servient estate (or servient tenement). For example, the owner of parcel A holds an easement to use a driveway on parcel B to gain access to A's house.
Easement holders have the right to use the land to their enjoyment as long as it does not place an unreasonable burden on the servient estate. Landowners have the right to make whatever use of the land as long as it doesn't unduly affect the easement.
Rights of way (similar to the driveway example, but also including walkways or pathways); Public utilities, such as gas, electricity or water and sewer mains; Parking areas; Access to light and air; and. Shared walls.
An easement owner cannot claim another party has trespassed on their easement, because trespass involves interference with the plaintiff's exclusive possession. Easement holders do not have a right to exclusive possession. They may claim nuisance, but only if the interference is substantial and unreasonable.
Simply put, an easement is a legal right given to cross or use another person's land for a specific purpose.Easements are more commonly granted to utility companies, such as telephone or electrical companies to run cable and power lines.
Action can be taken against if you interfere with their right to access the easement for example you can't lock or fence them out of the easement land, nor build over the easement land.
