Road Maintenance Agreement
What this document covers
The Road Maintenance Agreement is a legal document that outlines the responsibilities of parties involved in the joint maintenance of a road. This form ensures that all parties understand their obligations regarding upkeep, including costs and usage rights. Unlike other agreements, this form specifically addresses communal road maintenance, making it essential for co-owners or neighboring property owners who share road access.
Key parts of this document
- Description of the road and its legal identification.
- Ownership details regarding the road.
- Responsibilities for maintenance duties and associated costs.
- Dispute resolution process if parties disagree on expenditures.
- Terms related to road usage rights among parties.
- Duration of the agreement and termination conditions.
- Binding nature on successors or future owners.
- Governing law that underpins the agreement.
When to use this document
This form should be used when two or more parties need a formal agreement for the shared maintenance of a road. Situations may include joint ownership of land where the road is located, or when neighbors rely on the same access road for their properties. It helps prevent misunderstandings and disputes about maintenance duties and responsibilities.
Intended users of this form
- Property owners who share access to a common road.
- Neighboring landowners seeking to clarify maintenance obligations.
- Real estate developers establishing agreements with homeowners.
- Any individuals involved in a joint ownership situation where road use is needed.
Steps to complete this form
- Identify the parties entering into the agreement by filling in their names.
- Describe the road that will be maintained, including its legal identification.
- Specify ownership details to clarify who holds title to the road.
- Outline maintenance duties and how costs will be shared.
- Set terms for dispute resolution and how to manage disagreements.
- Enter the effective term of the agreement and any renewal conditions.
- Have all parties sign the agreement and include a notary acknowledgment if required.
Does this document require notarization?
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Typical mistakes to avoid
- Failing to clearly identify the road in question.
- Not specifying maintenance responsibilities leading to disputes.
- Omitting ownership details which may cause confusion regarding rights.
- Neglecting to include a clear procedure for resolving disagreements.
- Forgetting to notarize the agreement, if required in your jurisdiction.
Benefits of completing this form online
- Easy access to download and customize the form according to your needs.
- Allows for smooth editing and adjustments without legal jargon.
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FAQ
Freddie Mac (Conventional): A Private Road Maintenance Agreement is not required. FHA: A Private Road Maintenance Agreement is not required, however you will be asked to provide a recorded road easement. USDA: Requirements are determined on a case-by-case basis. VA: A Private Road Maintenance Agreement is required.
A At common law, the owner of land subject to a private right of way (the servient owner) is under no obligation to maintain it. If someone with a right to use the roadway (the dominant owner) wants it mended, it is up to them.
A At common law, the owner of land subject to a private right of way (the servient owner) is under no obligation to maintain it. If someone with a right to use the roadway (the dominant owner) wants it mended, it is up to them.
FHA: A Private Road Maintenance Agreement is not required, however you will be asked to provide a recorded road easement.
Assuming the subject property is in California you can make the UW feel warm and fuzzy by stating that although there is no formal road maintenance agreement, the California Civil Code requires that private roads be maintained by all property owners benefitting from the use of the road.
The USDA doesn't require an inspection, but it's a smart move for buyers to do anyway. Appraisals are ordered by your lender to obtain a fair market value for the home.
USDA Loans: do NOT require a private road maintenance agreement. However, additional criteria will apply for both FHA and USDA loan call my office for more details!
