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 Tennessee, 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 in various ways, including through an express grant in a deed, by implication, by necessity, or through prescriptive use over a period of time. Tennessee law recognizes both private and public rights of way. A private right of way benefits a particular individual or group, while a public right of way, such as a road or path, is open for the general public to use. The creation, scope, and termination of a right of way can involve complex legal issues, and disputes over rights of way are not uncommon. Property owners and individuals seeking to establish or contest a right of way may benefit from consulting with an attorney to navigate the specific legal requirements and procedures.