Subjects:

Property Law

Private Rights of Way are a form of easement enjoyed by one owner of land over land in the ownership of another. Problems often occur when someone blocks or restricts a right of way, or where one of the parties wishes to change the route of the right of way, or when the properties affected are transferred. Disputes over the maintenance of the right of way are alo common.

This new work sets out the law and practice relating to the creation, acquisition, maintenance, extinguishment, and remedies for wrongful interference with private right of way.

In addition guidance is given on practical drafting issues as well as evidence and procedure, together with precedents. Relevant statutory provisions in an updated form is included in an appendix.