What is presumed about the duration of an easement unless specified otherwise?

The duration of an easement is generally presumed to last indefinitely unless specified otherwise. This is based on common law principles regarding easements, which are non-possessory interests in land that grant the holder the right to use another person's property for a specific purpose. When creating an easement, if there are no terms that limit its duration, it is understood that the easement will continue indefinitely, even if the dominant estate changes hands, unless and until it is legally terminated or abandoned.

This principle stems from the intention of parties involved in the creation of easements, where a permanent right to use another's property is often assumed unless explicitly restricted. Therefore, absent any indications to the contrary in the easement agreement, the assumption is that the easement will remain in effect indefinitely.