A right of way is an easement that allows a person to travel through another person’s property to get to certain location. For example, a person might travel through a neighbor’s land to reach a public road or highway. A right of way can be offered to one person, several people, or the public.
In Nevada, a right of way is a type of easement that grants the holder the right to travel over another person's property for a specific purpose, such as accessing a public road or highway. This right can be established for the benefit of a particular individual, a group of people, or the public at large. Rights of way can be created by express grants in deeds, by implication, by necessity, or through prescriptive use over time. Nevada law requires that the use must be continuous, open, and notorious for a prescriptive easement to be established, typically for a period of five years. Additionally, Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) contain provisions that address the creation, recording, and enforcement of easements, including rights of way. Property owners and those seeking to establish or contest a right of way are often advised to consult with an attorney to navigate the complexities of real property law and to ensure that their rights are protected.