Principles of Real EstateQuestion 8 of 120

Which type of easement is created for the benefit of a neighboring parcel and transfers automatically when that parcel is sold?

a.Easement appurtenant
b.Easement in gross
c.Prescriptive easement terminated at sale
d.License

Explanation

An easement appurtenant benefits an adjoining parcel (the dominant estate) and runs with the land, passing to new owners automatically. An easement in gross benefits a person or company rather than a parcel of land.

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