Property Ownership

In Vermont, a 'fee simple determinable' estate automatically terminates if:

AThe owner fails to pay property taxes
BA specified condition or use ceases — the property automatically reverts to the grantor or their heirs✓ Correct
CThe owner violates a restrictive covenant
DThe mortgage is not paid

Explanation

A fee simple determinable contains a limitation (using language like 'so long as' or 'while used for') that automatically terminates the estate and causes the property to revert to the grantor if the specified condition ceases. This differs from a fee simple subject to condition subsequent, which requires affirmative action to enforce.

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