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Public utility companies (gas, electricity, telephone, water, sewer, cable, etc.) often have easements to place utility transmission, distribution, or power lines on private property and access them for installation, repair, and maintenance—including removing or trimming trees that might interfere with transmission or distribution power lines, for example. These easements are known as utility easements or public utility easements.

In Alabama, public utility companies are typically granted utility easements, which are rights to use a portion of a property owner's land for utility infrastructure such as gas, electricity, telephone, water, sewer, and cable lines. These easements allow the utility companies to install, repair, and maintain their infrastructure. Utility easements are often established through negotiations and are recorded in property deeds or easement agreements. They may also be created by necessity or through prescriptive use over time. Alabama law allows utility companies to trim or remove trees that could interfere with utility lines, as maintaining the reliability and safety of utility services is a priority. Property owners should be aware of any existing easements on their property, as these can affect their rights and how they can use their land. Disputes over easements can be resolved through negotiation, mediation, or, if necessary, litigation.

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