Property Ownership
What is the legal difference between a 'covenant' and an 'easement' in Idaho real property law?
AThey are identical legal concepts
BA covenant is a promise that runs with the land; an easement is a non-possessory right to use another's land✓ Correct
CA covenant is a right to use land; an easement is a promise
DEasements are recorded; covenants are not
Explanation
A covenant is a binding promise (often a restriction) that runs with the land and binds successors. An easement is a non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose. Both can be recorded and both affect title.
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