Property Ownership
In Oregon, which of the following is NOT a method of terminating an easement?
AMerger (when the dominant and servient tenements come under the same ownership)
BAbandonment with clear evidence the owner intends to permanently give up the right
CTransfer of the dominant tenement to a new owner✓ Correct
DRelease by the easement holder
Explanation
An easement appurtenant automatically transfers with the dominant tenement when it is sold — the new owner receives the easement benefit. Therefore, transfer of ownership does NOT terminate the easement.
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