Which of the following statements is true about repair obligations concerning easements?

The correct answer highlights the principle that the holder of the benefit of an easement has the right to undertake repairs to ensure the easement is usable, even if the easement agreement does not explicitly grant this right. This reflects the intent that the holder should maintain access or utility of the easement for their benefit.

In many legal frameworks, the person benefiting from the easement—which could involve access, drainage, or other rights—often has an inherent responsibility to maintain it. This is based on the concept that the rights granted to easement holders carry an obligation to ensure the easement serves its intended function effectively. Therefore, the easement holder can perform necessary repairs without needing permission or explicit terms in the easement agreement. This approach allows for greater practical use of the easement.

In contrast, the other options misrepresent the customary understanding of repair obligations. Those statements do not typically hold in the established legal context surrounding easements. For instance, while the servient estate may have certain obligations, it is not always the case that they bear all repair responsibilities, especially if the easement holder has the authority to repair. Similarly, the idea that all costs must be borne by the servient estate owner or that repairs are solely their responsibility does not