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A continuous easement is a type of easement that can be enjoyed without a deliberate act by the party claiming it. This means that the easement can be used without the need for any specific action to be taken by the holder. Examples of continuous easements include:
These examples illustrate the definition of a continuous easement because they can be used without any specific action being taken by the holder. For example, an easement for drains or sewer pipes allows the holder to use the land for drainage purposes without needing to take any specific action to use the easement.