Property Ownership
A Connecticut homeowner's property is located in a homeowners' association (HOA). The HOA wants to restrict what color homeowners can paint their homes. This restriction:
AIs not enforceable since it is the owner's private property
BIs enforceable as a private deed restriction if included in the HOA's CC&Rs recorded with the original subdivision✓ Correct
CIs only enforceable by the town government
DIs only valid for the first 10 years of the subdivision
Explanation
HOA restrictions on exterior colors, landscaping, and other aesthetic elements are enforceable private deed restrictions (CC&Rs) if properly adopted and recorded. They run with the land and bind all current and future property owners in the subdivision.
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