Property Ownership
In Minnesota, what is a 'dominant estate' in the context of an easement?
AThe larger of two adjacent parcels
BThe parcel that benefits from an appurtenant easement✓ Correct
CThe parcel that bears the burden of the easement
DThe parcel owned by the government
Explanation
The dominant estate is the parcel that benefits from an appurtenant easement. For example, if Parcel A has an easement across Parcel B for access, Parcel A is the dominant estate (benefiting) and Parcel B is the servient estate (burdened). The easement runs with the dominant estate when it is sold.
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