Buying a property? Here’s something you might not think about – easements.

An easement is a legal right for someone else to use part of your land - maybe for a sewer or water pipe, electricity lines, drainage, or a shared driveway. You still own the land, but someone else has the right to access or use that section for a specific purpose.

Why does it matter?
Because it can affect what you can build, where you can build it, and who can come onto your property. You might not be able to put up a shed, pool, or fence over it - and if the person or organisation with the easement needs access, you’re legally required to allow it.

Easements are recorded on the property title, and they can be permanent or temporary. Some are obvious (like a driveway) and some are hidden underground (like a sewer line), so they’re not always easy to spot without checking the paperwork.

When we review your contract, we’ll look for any easements and explain exactly what they mean for you - so there are no surprises after you’ve bought the property.

Buying soon?
Easements might be small on paper, but they can make a big difference.