What type of easement is granted by law for the necessary enjoyment of a parcel of real estate?

An easement by necessity is a type of easement that is legally granted when a property is landlocked or when access to a road or public area is required for the reasonable use of the property. This type of easement is created automatically by law when a property owner has no way to access their land without crossing the land of another. The law recognizes this need for access, thus providing the easement to ensure that the land can be utilized effectively.

The key component of easement by necessity is that it arises out of a practical requirement for the use of the property, rather than being based on the owner's personal preferences. For instance, if a homeowner is surrounded by other properties and cannot reach the road without going through a neighboring lot, they may be granted an easement by necessity.

In contrast, other types of easements serve different purposes or arise under different conditions. An easement by prescription requires a continuous, open, and notorious use of someone's land for a statutory period, but it doesn’t necessarily stem from a necessity for access. An easement in gross is typically not tied to any specific land and benefits a person rather than a piece of land, such as utility companies accessing their equipment. An easement of right is not a standard