Property Ownership

A Connecticut property is subject to a 'right-of-way' easement for a utility company. When the property is sold, this easement:

AIs extinguished automatically upon sale
BContinues to burden the property—the new owner must allow the utility company to use the easement area✓ Correct
CConverts to a license after the sale
DMust be renegotiated with the new owner

Explanation

Easements run with the land. When property subject to an easement is sold, the new owner takes title subject to that easement and must honor it. The utility company retains its rights.

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