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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 Oregon, a public easement is a legal right that allows the public to use certain property for specific purposes, such as streets, sidewalks, parks, or beaches. Public easements are typically established by the government to ensure that the public has access to important resources and amenities. These easements are often created through dedication, where a property owner grants the easement to the public, usually as part of the development process. They can also be established by prescription, where the public has used the land for a certain period of time without the owner's permission, but openly and continuously. Oregon law recognizes the importance of public easements and protects them to ensure that they are maintained for public use. The state statutes and local ordinances will detail the specific regulations governing public easements, including their creation, scope, and the rights of the public and the property owner.

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