Property Ownership
A developer places a deed restriction on a subdivision prohibiting any lot from being used for commercial purposes. This type of restriction is called:
AA public restriction
BA private restriction or deed covenant✓ Correct
CA zoning ordinance
DAn easement in gross
Explanation
Private deed restrictions (also called CC&Rs — Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) are limitations placed in deeds by private parties, such as developers. They run with the land and bind future owners. Unlike zoning, these are created by private contract, not government action.
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