Legal Definitions - in gross

Definition: In gross refers to an easement that is undivided and still in one large mass. It is also known as en gros or en grosse. An easement in gross is an interest in land owned by another person, consisting of the right to use or control the land, or an area above or below it, for a specific limited purpose.

Example: A utility company has an easement in gross to access a portion of a property to install and maintain power lines. The easement is not tied to any specific piece of land but rather benefits the company as a whole.

Explanation: The example illustrates an easement in gross because it benefits the utility company as a whole and is not tied to any specific piece of land. The company has the right to use the land for a specific purpose, but it does not give them the right to possess, take from, improve, or sell the land.