Move Over, Easement! A Brief Guide to Washington’s Uniform Easement Relocation Act

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Move Over, Easement! A Brief Guide to Washington’s Uniform Easement Relocation Act

Ryan Swanson attorney Matthew Reinikka dives into Washington’s adoption of the Uniform Easement Relocation Act (UERA), a significant shift in property law that allows servient estate owners to relocate easements without the easement holder’s consent—something courts previously prohibited. In this article for the WSBA Real Property, Probate & Trust Section Newsletter, Matt unpacks the history behind the change, explains how the UERA works, and offers practical takeaways for attorneys navigating this new legal landscape.

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