Property Ownership
In Nevada, a property owner grants an 'easement in gross' to a utility company. What happens to this easement if the property is sold?
AThe easement terminates automatically upon sale of the property
BThe easement runs with the land and binds the new owner; commercial easements in gross are generally transferable✓ Correct
CThe new owner must negotiate a new easement agreement with the utility
DThe easement converts to a license revocable by the new owner
Explanation
An easement in gross is a personal right to use someone's land, not attached to any dominant estate (unlike an easement appurtenant). Commercial easements in gross — such as utility easements granted to power companies, water districts, or pipeline operators — are generally assignable and run with the burdened land. When the property is sold, the utility's easement remains in place and binds the new owner. Nevada utility easements (NV Energy, SNWA, etc.) are recorded and survive property transfers.
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