Right of Way

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A right of way is (1) the right to pass over property owned by another, usually based on an easement; (2) a path or thoroughfare used for passage; or (3) a strip of land over which facilities such as highways, railroads, or power lines are built.

• Easement
• Ingress
• Egress

Reviewed by Kootenai Title & Bonner Title Editorial Team · Last updated June 19, 2026
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