When can an easement be terminated?

An easement can be terminated under several circumstances. One key reason for termination is abandonment. If the holder of the easement does not use it for a long period, it is presumed that they have abandoned their rights. This abandonment can be evidenced by the actions—or lack thereof—of the easement holder.

Additionally, an easement can also be terminated when the property changes ownership. Upon the transfer of ownership, certain easements may cease to exist depending on the conditions laid out in the deed or if the new owner does not wish to honor the easement. This aspect of easement termination recognizes that ownership changes can affect the rights associated with the property.

Thus, both abandonment and changes in ownership are valid reasons for the termination of an easement, making it correct to state that either scenario can lead to this outcome.