CST Level 1 Land Surveyor Certification Practice

What is a key requirement for easements to be established?

1. Duration and location

2. Fee and duration

3. Width and name of parties involved

4. Purpose and documentation format

The correct answer is: Duration and location

A key requirement for easements to be established is the combination of duration and location. For an easement to be enforceable and recognized, it must be clearly defined in terms of where it is applicable (location) as well as the time frame in which it is valid (duration). Having a specified location ensures that the easement is tied to a particular piece of property, clarifying which land the easement affects. Duration refers to how long the easement is to be in effect, whether it's a temporary arrangement or a permanent right. These elements are critical because they provide clarity and legal backing to the easement, ensuring that all parties understand the parameters of the usage rights granted. Other considerations such as the fee or name of parties could be relevant in different contexts or specific easement types, but they do not constitute foundational requirements for the establishment of an easement. The purpose and documentation format could also be important for various legal reasons but again are not essential requirements for the basic establishment of the easement itself. The primary defining characteristics remain the specified location and clear duration of the easement.