Property Ownership
An Oregon property owner's title report shows an 'easement for drainage purposes' across the back of the property. As the new owner, the buyer:
ACan have the easement removed after purchasing the property
BTakes title subject to the easement — it transfers with the property✓ Correct
CMust renegotiate the easement terms with the utility company
DCan build over the easement as long as the drainage function is maintained
Explanation
Easements that are recorded in the public record run with the land and bind all subsequent owners. A buyer who purchases property subject to a recorded easement takes title with that encumbrance — they cannot unilaterally terminate or ignore it.
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