An easement gives one party the right to go onto another party's property. That property may be owned by a private person, a business entity, or a group of owners. Utilities often get easements that allow them to run pipes or phone lines beneath private property. Easements may be obtained for access to another property, called "access and egress", use of spring water, entry to make repairs on a fence or slide area, drive cattle across and other uses. The easement is a real property interest, but separate from the legal title of the owner of the underlying land.
The New Mexico General Right-of-Way Instrument is a legal document that grants the right to use a designated portion of land for a specific purpose defined by the state of New Mexico. This instrument ensures that individuals or entities are granted access to public or private property for the construction, maintenance, or repair of infrastructure such as roads, highways, pipelines, utility lines, or other similar projects. The New Mexico General Right-of-Way Instrument is designed to establish clear guidelines and regulations regarding the use and maintenance of the designated property. It outlines the terms and conditions under which the right-of-way is granted and provides legal protection for both the granting authority and the user. There are several types of New Mexico General Right-of-Way Instruments, each pertaining to a specific purpose or project. Some commonly known types include: 1. Transportation Right-of-Way: This instrument grants the right to construct, operate, and maintain transportation infrastructure like roads, highways, bridges, and railways. 2. Utility Right-of-Way: This type of right-of-way instrument is used for the installation, operation, and maintenance of utility systems such as water pipelines, sewer lines, electrical transmission lines, fiber optic cables, or natural gas pipelines. 3. Telecommunication Right-of-Way: This instrument grants the right to establish and maintain telecommunication infrastructure like cell towers, fiber optic networks, or satellite facilities. 4. Oil and Gas Right-of-Way: This type of instrument pertains to granting access for the exploration, drilling, production, and transportation of oil, gas, or other mineral rights. 5. Easement Right-of-Way: This instrument grants the right to access and use a specific portion of land for a particular purpose, such as granting the right to cross private property for access to public land or water resources. It is crucial to note that the specific terms and conditions of a New Mexico General Right-of-Way Instrument may vary depending on the intended use, location, and applicable laws. Professional legal advice should be sought when entering into or dealing with such documents.
