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Resolving Easement Disputes in New York

10 years
Statute of limitations for adverse possession claims affecting easements
$210
2024 NY Supreme Court filing fee for an Article 78 or declaratory judgment action
30 days
Typical timeframe for service of process after filing a complaint in NY Supreme Court
90%
Estimated percentage of NY easement disputes resolved before trial via settlement or mediation
The Short Answer

Resolve an easement dispute in NY by reviewing the deed and survey, attempting written negotiation, then pursuing mediation or litigation if unresolved.

What the Law Says

Practical Steps

Important Deadlines

When to See a Lawyer

Sources

statuteReal Property Law § 242statuteCPLR Article 3001 (Declaratory Judgments)governmentNY Courts ADR ProgramstatuteRPAPL § 501 (Adverse Possession Statute of Limitations)

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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: 2026-10-18.