9.20 Continuous Use

• Library: Real Estate Practice Deskbook (2019 Ed.)

(1) (§9.20) Continuous Use

The claimant must demonstrate continuous use of the easement for the entire ten years. See:

· § 516.110, RSMo 2016

· Lacy v. Schmitz, 639 S.W.2d 96, 100 (Mo. App. E.D. 1982)

· Shade v. Mo. Highway & Transp. Comm'n, 69 S.W.3d 503, 512–13 (Mo. App. W.D. 2001)

· City of Gainesville v. Morrison Fertilizer, Inc., 158 S.W.3d 872, 877 (Mo. App. S.D. 2005)

For a use to be continuous, a constant use is not required, but the essential attitude about the use must be continuous. See

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