Can I build within an easement on my property?

Buildings cannot encroach into recorded easements on the property regardless of the setbacks from the property lines. Drainage or scenic easements along creek channels can often be 80-feet or more in width.

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1. How do I find out if my property has an easement?
2. Can I build within an easement on my property?
3. What is the process for a drainage easement encroachment permit?
4. How close can I build to the creek on my property?
5. Can retaining walls be built in the creek channel?
6. What can I do to reduce the erosion of the creek channel?
7. Whom do I contact about creek maintenance or creek dumping?