Property Ownership
An 'easement appurtenant' in Rhode Island:
ABenefits the owner of an adjacent parcel and runs with the land✓ Correct
BBelongs to a specific individual and ends when they die
CAllows the public to cross any private property
DIs created only by court order
Explanation
An easement appurtenant benefits the dominant estate (an adjacent parcel) and runs with both parcels. When either property is sold, the easement transfers with the land automatically.
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