Can I create an easement that benefits my neighbour?
How the answer differs across 3 jurisdictions
CanadaFull article Yes, you can voluntarily grant an easement to benefit your neighbour by signing a written agreement and registering it on title.
SingaporeFull article Yes, you can create an easement over your neighbour's land in Singapore, but only with their consent and registration at the Land Titles Registry under the Land Titles Act.
US-New YorkFull article Yes, you can voluntarily grant an easement to your neighbor in New York by signing a written agreement and recording it with the county clerk.
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CanadaCan I place an easement on my property that benefits my neighbour?
SingaporeCan I create an easement over my neighbour's land?
US-New YorkCan I place an easement on my property for my neighbor's benefit?Not legal advice. This article is general information based on publicly available sources, written for educational purposes. Laws change and individual situations vary. Consult a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction before acting on anything you read here. Last reviewed: June 2026.