Property Ownership
Under New Jersey law, a deed restriction that prohibits commercial use of a residential property is an example of a:
AZoning ordinance
BRestrictive covenant running with the land✓ Correct
CVariance condition
DConditional use permit
Explanation
A deed restriction limiting use (such as prohibiting commercial activity in a residential neighborhood) is a private restrictive covenant. If it meets the legal requirements, it runs with the land and binds all subsequent owners of the restricted property.
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