Question

The right to control one's property includes all of the following except ____________.

a. The right to invite people to the property for a fundraiser
b. The right to exclude the utilities meter
c. The right to erect no trespassing
d. The right to erect no trespassing

Answer 1

The right to control one's property does not include the ability to exclude the utilities meter, as utility companies have easements for accessing their equipment. Property rights also encompass the use of the property, the exclusion of others, and entering into contracts with regard to the property.The correct option is b.

Step-by-step explanation:

The right to control one's property includes many aspects but does not allow a property owner to exclude the utilities meter reader from accessing the property to read the meter. This is because utility companies typically have an easement that allows them to access their equipment. Property rights include the ability to use the property (such as for holding a fundraiser), the right to exclude others (such as through erecting no trespassing signs), and the right to enter into contracts using the property. However, these rights are subject to the laws and regulations governing public access and utility service.