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An easement in gross benefits ______ rather than a dominant tenement.

Correct Answer

B) A specific person or entity

An easement in gross benefits a specific person or entity — such as a utility company or an individual — rather than a dominant estate. Unlike an easement appurtenant, an easement in gross is not tied to land ownership and generally does not automatically transfer when the property is sold. In Montana, commercial easements in gross (e.g., utility easements) are typically assignable, while personal easements in gross are not.

Answer Options
A
An adjacent property owner's land
B
A specific person or entity
C
A government agency exclusively
D
Neighboring landowners collectively

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Related Topics:

easement appurtenantdominant tenementservient tenementutility easementstransferability of easements

Key Terms:

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