This form is used when Grantee has granted an Easement and Right of Way to Grantee, its successors and assigns, for an easement and right of way for overhead and underground electric supply and communications facilities, consisting of a variable number of wires and cables, supporting structures, surface mounted equipment, conduits, and all necessary or desirable appurtenances.
In the Virgin Islands, an easement and right of way for electrical and communication lines and facilities refers to the legal authorization granted to utility companies or entities to construct, operate, maintain, and access their electrical and communication infrastructure on privately-owned or public lands. This easement ensures the safe and efficient delivery of electricity, telecommunications, and other related services to residents, businesses, and organizations throughout the Virgin Islands. There are several types of easements and rights of way in the Virgin Islands specifically designated for electrical and communication lines and facilities. These may include: 1. General Easement for Electrical and Communication Lines: This type of easement grants utility companies the right to install and maintain electrical and communication infrastructure, such as power lines, utility poles, cables, and related equipment, on or beneath the designated properties. 2. Overhead Power Line Easement: This type of easement specifically allows the construction and operation of overhead electrical transmission or distribution lines. It typically includes the necessary rights for clearing vegetation and maintaining the easement area. 3. Underground Power Line Easement: This type of easement is focused on the installation and maintenance of underground electrical lines and associated equipment, ensuring reliable power supply while minimizing the visual impact and potential hazards associated with overhead power lines. 4. Fiber Optic Cable Easement: With the increasing importance of fast and reliable telecommunications, this type of easement grants permission to telecommunication companies to lay and maintain fiber optic cables for high-speed internet, telephone, and data services. 5. Substation Easement: A substation easement allows utility companies to establish and operate electrical substations — essential facilities for transforming, regulating, and distributing electricity to various areas within the Virgin Islands. This type of easement generally includes access rights for construction, maintenance, and necessary upgrades. Easements and rights of way for electrical and communication lines and facilities are legally binding agreements between the utility companies or entities and the property owners or governing authorities. They ensure the continuous provision of essential services and the development of advanced communication infrastructure while respecting the rights and interests of landowners.
