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GRANT OF EASEMENT
SIDWALK - SITE

THIS GRANT OF EASEMENT MADE THIS day of , by and between of County, Pennsylvania, hereinafter referred to as “Grantor”

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TOWNSHIP OF , with offices at:

County, Pennsylvania, hereinafter referred to as “Township”

BACKGROUND

GRANTOR is the owner of real estate located in Township, as more fully described in , Page , and shown on a Land Development Plan/Site Plan known as the recorded in , Page , and which real estate is known as Uniform Parcel Identifier No. ; said real estate is hereinafter referred to as “property”.

The sidewalk detailed and shown on the above-referenced Land Development/Site Plan is located on the property and not in the right-of-way of:

(the Township Right-of-Way which abuts the property).

Grantor desires to grant an easement to Township for the sidewalk, and Grantor desires to be bound by obligations of a property owner in regard to the construction, repair, maintenance and other responsibilities now required by the ordinances of Township or as may be required in the future by Township in regard to sidewalks located in the public right-of-way.

NOW, THEREFORE, intending to be legally bound hereby, the parties agree as follows:

1. Grantor does hereby grant, bargain, sell transfer and convey to Township, its successors and assigns, a perpetual easement for a sidewalk, as shown and detailed on a Land Development Plan/Site Plan entitled “” dated and recorded in County Plat Book , Page .

2. Township shall have and hold the said easement for the use of Township, its successors and assigns, forever, as and for a public sidewalk and for no other use or purpose whatsoever and to the same extent and with the same effect as if the said public sidewalk has been opened by a Decree of Court of Common Pleas of County of , after proceedings duly had and for the purpose under and in pursuance of the road laws of the Commonwealth of .

3. Grantor, for himself, his heirs, successors and assigns, agrees with Township that neither Grantor, nor his heirs, successors and assigns, shall at any time hereinafter ask, demand, recover or receive any sums of money from Township, its successors or assigns, for this grant of easement.

4. Grantor agrees that he shall comply with all obligations in regard to construction, maintenance, repair and other responsibilities in regard to the sidewalk as if the sidewalk were constructed and existing in the public right-of-way adjacent to the property and in accordance with Township Ordinances.

5. This Grant of Easement, together with other provisions of this Grant, shall constitute a perpetual covenant running with the land for the benefit of Township, its successors and assigns.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have hereunto set their hands and seals the day and year first above written.

WITNESS:

GRANTOR:

(SEAL)

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ATTEST: TOWNSHIP OF :
By:

Secretary

COMMONWEALTH OF )
) SS:
COUNTY OF )

On this, the , day of , 20, before me the undersigned officer, personally appeared , known to me (or satisfactorily proven) to be the person whose name is subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledged that he executed the same for the purpose therein contained.

Notary Public, State of

Printed Name:

My Commission Expires:

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA )
) SS:
COUNTY OF )

On this, the day of , 20 , before me, the undersigned officer, personally appeared , who acknowledged himself/herself to be the of TOWNSHIP OF , and that as such, he/she being authorized to do so, executed the foregoing instrument for the purpose therein contained by signing the name of the Township by himself/herself as such officer.

Notary Public, State of

Printed Name:

My Commission Expires:

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What a Grant of Easement Is and how it affects property rights

A Grant of Easement is a written instrument by which a property owner (the grantor) grants a right to use a portion of real property to another party (the grantee) for a specific purpose. Common forms include access easements, utility easements, and conservation easements. The instrument typically contains a legal description, defined scope and duration, consideration, and recording instructions. When recorded in the county land records it runs with the land and binds successors. Electronic execution is generally permitted under federal and state e-signature laws when statutory exceptions do not apply.

Why a clear Grant of Easement matters for owners and users

A precise Grant of Easement defines permitted uses, limits liability, and protects title for both grantor and grantee. It reduces the risk of later disputes, clarifies maintenance and access responsibilities, and establishes rights that survive conveyances when recorded properly.

Why a clear Grant of Easement matters for owners and users

Typical parties who prepare, sign, or review an easement

Common users include property owners, utilities, developers, and legal professionals who need a recorded right of use or access over another parcel.

  • Property owners and buyers: Review to confirm rights, limits, and impacts on title and use.
  • Utilities and municipalities: Establish rights for lines, pipes, and perpetual access to serve the public.
  • Developers and contractors: Acquire temporary or permanent construction and access easements for project completion.

Each signer should confirm authority to convey or accept the easement, and consider title company review or a survey to verify boundaries.

Essential elements to include in a professional Grant of Easement

A professionally prepared easement instrument is concise but complete: identify parties, state precise scope, include a survey-grade legal description, and provide recording and enforcement language to bind successors.

Parties

Full legal names of grantor(s) and grantee(s), with entity type and capacity (individual, corporation, trustee), to ensure enforceability and proper indexing in title searches.

Property Description

Survey-based legal description or recorded plat reference with bearings and distances; incomplete descriptions can render the easement ineffective or create boundary disputes.

Grant Language

Clear statement of rights granted and any limitations (e.g., vehicular access only, maintenance responsibilities); avoid ambiguous words like 'reasonable' without defined standards.

Term and Termination

Specify whether the easement is perpetual, for a fixed term, or conditional; include events that terminate or modify the easement and how notices must be given.

Consideration

Record monetary amount or other consideration when required; a nominal statement of consideration may be sufficient but can affect tax and recording treatment.

Recording Instructions

Identify the county recorder where to file, include return-to address, and provide a notary acknowledgement or certificate as required by state law for recordability.

Required data elements to include on the form

Grantor Name: Full legal name(s)
Grantee Name: Full legal name(s)
Property Description: Survey or plat reference
Easement Purpose: Access, utilities, conservation
Effective Date: MM/DD/YYYY
Recording County: County and state for recordation

Common drafting and filing pitfalls

  • Incomplete legal description or missing survey reference creates ambiguity and title insurer exceptions.
  • Vague scope language lets future users expand uses beyond intent, increasing dispute risk.
  • Failure to confirm signatory authority (corporate resolution or POA) may void the conveyance.
  • Not recording promptly can allow intervening instruments to take priority and confuse ownership rights.

Practical risks and legal consequences of a flawed easement

Title Risk: Clouded title or exceptions from title insurance
Enforceability: Court may limit or void ambiguous grants
Liability: Unexpected maintenance or damage obligations
Priority Loss: Unrecorded easement may be subordinated
Regulatory Noncompliance: Violation of zoning or local access rules
Tax Exposure: Unclear consideration treatment for tax reporting

Step-by-step: preparing and completing a Grant of Easement

Follow a structured sequence to reduce errors: verify authority, confirm boundaries, prepare the instrument, execute with required authentication, and record promptly in the proper county office.

  • 01
    Verify Authority: Confirm owner or authorized signatory and obtain corporate resolutions or POA if needed.
  • 02
    Confirm Boundaries: Order or reference a survey and verify the legal description against the plat.
  • 03
    Execute Properly: Signatures and notary/witness steps must match state requirements before recording.
  • 04
    Record Instrument: File with the county recorder and return recorded copy to parties.

Typical review and signing workflow for an easement instrument

A consistent workflow reduces friction and ensures the instrument is valid and recordable: prepare, review, authenticate, notarize, and record.

  • Draft: Engage counsel or use a template with complete legal description and grant terms.
  • Review: Title company and survey review confirm accuracy and identify exceptions.
  • Sign & Notarize: Execute before a notary and any required witnesses per state law.
  • Record: Submit to county recorder and obtain stamped recorded instrument for the chain of title.

How to configure a digital signing workflow for a Grant of Easement

Design the electronic workflow to match required parties, authentication, and notarization steps so the signed document is admissible and recordable.

Field Configuration
Signer Order Sequential: grantor then grantee
Authentication Email + SMS code or stronger KBA if required
Notary Session Remote online notarization or in-person as state law allows
Return Address Recorder return-to and final-file delivery

Digital delivery and format considerations

Ensure the signing platform supports the file types, audit trail, and notarization workflow required for recordable easements.

  • File types: PDF and DOCX are standard for recording and redaction
  • Audit Trail: Capture IP, timestamp, and signer attribution
  • Integrations: Connect to title, storage, and project systems

Select settings that preserve an immutable copy, allow retrieval of the full audit log, and match any state RON requirements for notarization recordings.

Timing and recording expectations for easements

While there is no universal statutory filing deadline for an easement, recording promptly preserves priority and public notice; plan for local processing times and recording hours.

Record Promptly:

File as soon as possible to establish priority and avoid intervening liens.

County Processing:

Allow 1–10 business days depending on county workload and whether electronic recording is available.

Notary Timing:

Sign and notarize immediately prior to recording to ensure acknowledgement matches the recorded instrument.

Survey Coordination:

Schedule survey review early; correcting descriptions before recording is far cheaper than post-recording corrections.

Record Retention:

Obtain a recorded copy and distribute to title insurer, owner, and grantee promptly.

Commercial eSignature pricing and feature snapshot for Grant of Easement workflows

Compare typical vendor starting prices and feature availability relevant to high-volume easement processing and notarization support. Pricing and features vary by plan and billing frequency.

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Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial Varies Varies Varies Varies
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Frequently asked questions and practical answers for easement transactions

Answers cover electronic signing, notarization, recording, correction, authority to sign, and consequences of errors for typical Grant of Easement scenarios.


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