Property Ownership
A Connecticut property has a 'restrictive covenant' requiring all homes in the subdivision to be at least 2,000 sq. ft. An owner builds a 1,500 sq. ft. home. The neighboring owners may:
AReport the violation to the Connecticut Real Estate Commission
BFile a lawsuit seeking injunctive relief to enforce the covenant or damages for the violation✓ Correct
CHave the home demolished by the town
DOnly complain to the HOA if one exists
Explanation
Restrictive covenants are enforced by private parties—neighboring property owners who benefit from the restriction. They may sue for an injunction (requiring compliance) or damages. Local government does not typically enforce private restrictive covenants.
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