Property Ownership
What is a deed restriction versus a zoning regulation in Nevada?
AThey are legally identical
BA deed restriction is a private agreement between parties; a zoning regulation is a government exercise of police power. Both may limit property use, but they operate independently✓ Correct
CDeed restrictions are always more restrictive than zoning
DZoning overrides deed restrictions when they conflict
Explanation
Deed restrictions are private contractual limitations enforced by neighboring landowners or the original developer. Zoning is a public police-power regulation enforced by government. A property must comply with both — the more restrictive standard applies. They operate independently and do not override each other.
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