What type of lien is an easement considered?

An easement is not classified as a lien at all; instead, it is a right to use another person's land for a specific purpose, such as accessing a roadway or utility lines. The nature of an easement allows for usage rights rather than a financial claim against the property, which is what liens represent.

Liens, in contrast, are legal claims or rights against property to secure payment of a debt or performance of an obligation. Common examples include mortgages or tax liens, which directly encumber property until obligations are satisfied. An easement does not create a financial obligation like a lien would. Therefore, recognizing an easement as "not a lien" captures its fundamental characteristic as a usage right, devoid of the financial implications associated with liens.