Is there any expense involved in obtaining an easement on parkland?
Yes, there are charges involved. The Park Authority has an established fee schedule which is included in our easement application package. • How long will it take for a decision to be rendered once I have applied for an easement? Depending on the complexity of the easement and our current caseload, it may take 8-12 weeks to process an easement. This time is used for internal reviews, records searches, site inspections, etc. Much of this review time depends on the applicant providing requested information in a timely manner. • Why was my request for an easement denied even though I have paid a fee? Acceptance of an application does not guarantee that a request will be approved. There are many factors that influence the Park Authority’s decision making process for easements. Issues such as historic and cultural significance, rare natural species, and deed restrictions may be revealed during a review that is not apparent upon initial application. In these instances an easement request may
