Is it legal for someone to drive on a road that is posted "Private Road - No Trespassing"?

[debodun]

Here's the poop from the meal agency:

Yes, I am allowed to drive on that road if my purpose is to bring something to someone that otherwise cannot get it for themselves. It would be akin to forbidding an ambulance access to someone in a medical emergency. But unlike an emergency vehicle, I would still have to obey the posted speed limit.

Case closed. I'm satisfied.

 

[Deya]

I did meet a pick-up truck the other day, and we had to squeeze by each other. He had to go up on someone's lawn and I almost got dunked in the river, but it worked out.

For those suggesting I seek permission, who exactly do I ask?

Here is the New York law on it.

New York courts have upheld that private road owners can impose reasonable restrictions on road usage, provided they do not infringe upon easement rights. For example, in the case of Missionary Sisters of Sacred Heart v. New York State Department of Transportation, the court emphasized that restrictions must be reasonable and not overly burdensome.

In disputes over access, the terms of recorded easements or agreements are critical. Owners may impose restrictions like limiting vehicle types or setting specific usage hours, consistent with easement terms. However, attempts to completely deny access could lead to legal challenges.

Private Road Laws in NY: Ownership, Access, and Responsibilities

 

[Murrmurr]

I don't think you need permission any more than the mailman or UPS does.

 

[Murrmurr]

Here's the poop from the meal agency:

Yes, I am allowed to drive on that road if my purpose is to bring something to someone that otherwise cannot get it for themselves. It would be akin to forbidding an ambulance access to someone in a medical emergency. But unlike an emergency vehicle, I would still have to obey the posted speed limit.

Case closed. I'm satisfied.

Oh. Yeah, like I said....

 

[RedAlert76]

I did meet a pick-up truck the other day, and we had to squeeze by each other. He had to go up on someone's lawn and I almost got dunked in the river, but it worked out.

For those suggesting I seek permission, who exactly do I ask?

contact law enforcement in that area is what I would do

 

[Teacher Terry]

So, you get to decide the speed limit ? do you live there ?

Like most things in life all of us decide for ourselves what we are going to do in different situations. I was just stating what I would do.