When a property owner sells their land, what happens to an easement granted to a neighbor 30 years ago?

An easement is a legal right to use another person's land for a specific purpose, and it usually remains associated with the property, rather than the owner. When the property owner sells their land, the easement typically remains in effect and transfers with the title to the property. This is because easements are often recorded in public records and are considered an encumbrance on the property, giving the easement holder certain rights that continue regardless of ownership changes.

In the scenario presented, since the easement was granted 30 years ago and is typically a permanent right unless specified otherwise, it will generally pass along with the deed when the property is sold. This ensures that the new owner of the property is bound by the same easement, allowing the neighbor to continue utilizing the specified rights.

The other options do not reflect how easements function in real estate. They either suggest that the easement does not accompany the property when sold, is part of a sale documentation that is not standard, or is automatically released, which contradicts the nature of how easements are established and maintained within property law.