Property Ownership
Under Illinois law, the covenant of quiet enjoyment in a deed or lease guarantees:
AThe property will be free from excessive noise
BThe grantee or tenant will have peaceful possession and use of the property without interference from the grantor or landlord✓ Correct
CNo construction will occur within 500 feet of the property
DThe property will maintain its current market value
Explanation
The covenant of quiet enjoyment is a promise that the grantee (in a deed) or tenant (in a lease) will have peaceful possession and use of the property without disturbance from the grantor/landlord or anyone claiming superior title. In a lease context, actual or constructive eviction by the landlord breaches the covenant of quiet enjoyment.
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