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An easement in gross is an easement that benefits which of the following?

Correct Answer

B) A specific person or entity, independent of land ownership

An easement in gross is a personal easement that benefits a specific individual or entity rather than a parcel of land. It is not attached to any dominant estate and does not transfer automatically with the sale of property. Common examples in Delaware include utility easements held by power companies or pipeline companies, and personal recreational easements granted to an individual. This contrasts with an easement appurtenant, which benefits an adjacent parcel of land (the dominant estate) and runs with the land upon sale.

Answer Options
A
An adjacent parcel of land owned by a neighboring property owner
B
A specific person or entity, independent of land ownership
C
Only a government agency exercising eminent domain
D
All neighboring property owners within a recorded subdivision

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