Owners share private access route costs by property benefit

Owners share the route's upkeep and repair costs according to the benefit each property receives. This applies to properties that benefit from an easement or right-of-way used to reach residential property. An enforceable written agreement can set different cost rules. The act says it takes effect upon passage.

An owner who damages any part of the route must pay to repair or restore that part. This rule covers owners of both properties that benefit from the route and properties burdened by it. This applies whether the damage is caused directly or indirectly. The act says it takes effect upon passage.

Owners may ask the superior court to order repairs or payment of an owner's share. Other owners of properties that benefit from or are burdened by the route may bring the action, together or separately. A court action may follow an owner's refusal to repair or restore damage, or failure to pay their share after receiving a written demand. The act says it takes effect upon passage.