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What is an 'easement appurtenant' in Delaware real property law?
AAn easement that belongs to a specific individual regardless of property ownership
BAn easement that benefits a dominant estate and runs with the land, transferring automatically with ownership of the dominant parcel✓ Correct
CAn easement granted by a government entity for public use
DA temporary easement that expires after a specified period
Explanation
An easement appurtenant benefits a dominant estate and runs with the land. It automatically transfers with ownership of the dominant parcel and is also binding on the servient estate.
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Key Terms to Know
Easement
A non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
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