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    How does subdivision affect an easement over a property?

    Ali Faizan Syed1 min read0 viewsUpdated 1/2/2026
    If a "dominant" property unit that holds an easement over another "servient" unit is subdivided, the easement rights generally continue for each resulting part. However, this is only allowed if the subdivision does not increase the burden on the servient unit. If the easement benefits only some of the new parts, the owner of the servient unit can apply to the DLD to extinguish the easement for the other parts. This prevents subdivision from unfairly penalizing the owner of the land that provides the easement.

    Related Topics:

    Property Easement Law
    Subdivision Rights
    Dubai JOP Rules
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