Property Ownership

In NC, which of the following best describes a 'dominant tenement' in an easement appurtenant relationship?

AThe property that is burdened by the easement
BThe property that benefits from the easement✓ Correct
CThe property owned by the government
DThe property where the easement originates

Explanation

The dominant tenement is the property that benefits from the easement. The servient tenement is the property that is burdened (the property the easement crosses).

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