An easement in gross applies to which situation?

An easement in gross is a type of easement that provides a person or entity with the right to use the land of another for a specific purpose, without necessarily benefiting a particular piece of land. This is different from other easements, such as easements appurtenant, which connect two properties together.

In the context of the correct answer, "limited personal rights," the easement in gross grants rights that are typically associated with personal use rather than benefiting adjacent real estate. For example, a utility company may have an easement in gross to install and maintain power lines on someone else's property. This shows that the easement is granted for the benefit of an individual or entity, making it a personal right that doesn't tie to the ownership of a specific tract of land.

This is distinct from the other options, which refer to various forms of property and usage rights that do not encapsulate the nature of an easement in gross. For instance, property that benefits another property specifically indicates an easement appurtenant, while covenants and lease agreements involve different legal implications and arrangements related to property use and rights.