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A public easement is an easement that gives all people (the public) the right to use and enjoy a tract of property such as a street, sidewalk, park, or beach.

In New York, a public easement is a legal right that allows the public to use certain property for specific purposes, such as walking on a sidewalk, driving on a street, or enjoying a public park or beach. These easements are typically created by the government through dedication, where a property owner dedicates land for public use, or through prescription, where the public has used the land for a period of time without the owner's interference. Public easements are protected under state law, and interference with or obstruction of these easements can lead to legal action. Local governments in New York have the authority to regulate public easements and can establish ordinances to manage and maintain public spaces for the benefit of all citizens.

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