[WSBARP] Question

[Kary Krismer]

I would suggest doing a sewer scope prior to negotiating.  It may be that part of the line needs to be replaced or is deteriorating, and since you have the other owner over a barrel you might be able to get them to repair more of the line on their dime as part of the relocation project.  But without doing a sewer scope you won’t know that.

Kary L. Krismer
John L. Scott/KMS Renton
206 723-2148

From: Scott Thomas
Sent: Wednesday, May 31, 2017 8:01 AM
To: WSBA Real Property Listserv
Subject: Re: [WSBARP] Question

Some of the typical issues with a sewer line easement (which may, or may not be applicable to your client's particular circumstances) are (1) who is obligated to repair the sewer line when repairs are necessary; (2) how difficult (costly) is it going to be to repair the line (i.e., is burdened property going to put a huge rock wall or some other obstruction over the line, making repairs more costly than usual, or is the easement so narrow that it is not possible to get equipment in to make a repair to the line?)); (3) is your client adequately protected from a contractor filing a mechanic's lien in the event contractor is not paid for constructing a sewer that benefits client's property; (4) is your client able to expand the use of sewer line if client decides at a future date to increase use of the line (by converting a single family residence to a multi-family development, for example); does the agreement make clear that your client is not obligated any connection fees to the sewer authority.  At least, these are the issues I have run into in the past.  I am sure there are others I have not thought of.

On Wed, May 31, 2017 at 7:10 AM, Sangeeta Saigal <attorney at sangeetasaigal.com> wrote:
Good All,
 
Any advice on the following issue would be greatly appreciated:
 
Property A’s sewer line runs through Property B.  Property B wants to modify the sewer line easement and relocate the sewer line connection within its property due to new construction project.  Property B is asking Property A to sign a Sewer Easement Modification Agreement.
 
Any concerns with signing this?  Any issues to be aware of prior to signature?
 
Thanks,
 
Sangeeta
 
With Warm Regards,
Sangeeta Saigal 
Attorney at Law, PLLC 
Phone: 425.698-9828
Fax: 425-968-9837
Website: http://www.sangeetasaigal.com 

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