Property Ownership
A utility company has an easement for a power line across a residential property. The property owner may:
ARemove the power line if it interferes with their use
BUse the area subject to the easement for other purposes as long as they do not interfere with the utility's rights✓ Correct
CCancel the easement by selling the property
DCharge the utility company annual rent
Explanation
The underlying landowner retains ownership of land subject to an easement and may use it in any way that does not interfere with the easement holder's rights. For a utility easement, the property owner can landscape, fence, or otherwise use the area as long as access for the utility is preserved.
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