Land Use & Zoning
A deed restriction limiting use of a property to residential purposes only is:
AA government land use regulation
BA private limitation on property use that runs with the land✓ Correct
CEnforceable only by adjacent neighbors
DAutomatically voided by inconsistent zoning
Explanation
Deed restrictions are private covenants that run with the land and bind all future owners. They are separate from zoning laws and can be more restrictive.
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