Explain the main characteristics of easements

Explain the main characteristics of easements

ANSWER

  1. There must be a dorminant and servient tenement.
  2. The easement must accommodate the dorminant tenement.
  3. The dorminant and servient tenements must be owned or occupied different persons.
  4. The easement must be capable of forming the subject matter of the grant e.g. there must be a capable grantor or grantee.