Property Ownership

A deed restriction (restrictive covenant) is BEST described as a:

AGovernment zoning regulation
BPrivate limitation placed on land use by a prior owner✓ Correct
CLien placed on the property for unpaid taxes
DTemporary easement for construction

Explanation

A deed restriction (restrictive covenant) is a private limitation on land use placed by a prior owner or developer, recorded in the deed. It runs with the land and binds all future owners. Examples include minimum house size or architectural requirements.

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