What must municipalities do before claiming a right of way?

Before claiming a right of way, municipalities typically need to demonstrate that they have maintained the way for a recognized number of years. This period of maintenance serves as evidence of the municipality's intent to use and uphold the right of way, which is crucial in establishing their claim legally. Continuous maintenance is often a requirement to assure that the right of way is recognized and can be exercised by the public or municipality without interference.

Establishing a legal framework, while important in general, is more about the administrative processes rather than a prerequisite for claiming an existing right of way. Consulting with private landowners may be a considerate step, but it is not typically mandated prior to claiming a right of way. Organizing community events, while beneficial for awareness and support, does not directly impact the legal process of claiming a right of way. Thus, the maintenance of the way for a specific duration aligns directly with legal principles related to establishing and claiming rights of way.