May I put up an unlocked gate on a shared easement?
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May I put up an unlocked gate on a shared easement?
I have notified all the easement user. Only one is fighting me on it and wants to sue/take legal action with me. We were trying to stop the extra traffic of people just looking for a place to party.
Asked on June 11, 2012 under Real Estate Law, Washington
Answers:
Kenneth Berger / Kenneth A. Berger, Attorney at Law
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Generally, yes, you may gate a shared easement. Many people decide to use automatic electric gates for ease of use.
You might also consider:
posting signs (i.e. no tresspassing)
improving the access so it looks well maintained
clearing the trees/bushes around so that intruders can be seen from far away
having an attorney send a letter.
Good Luck.
As always, my comments are only applicable to Washington State and are not a substitute for getting competent, local, and more comprehensive, legal help.
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