Which statement about easements in gross is true?

• A. It is granted to an individual or corporation and requires only one tract.
• B. It cannot apply to utilities.
• C. It must be appurtenant to a dominant estate.
• D. It requires ownership of two parcels for creation.

Answer: (A)

An easement in gross is an easement that benefits a person or entity rather than a specific parcel of land. Because it serves a person or organization, it’s created for a single tract that is burdened by the easement, and the holder is a private party such as a utility company. Utilities and other entities commonly hold easements in gross, which is why the true statement is that it is granted to an individual or corporation and requires only one tract. The other options describe characteristics of easements appurtenant (needing a dominant estate) or requiring two parcels, which doesn’t fit an easement in gross.