Property Ownership
A 'deed restriction' (restrictive covenant) in a New York residential subdivision that runs with the land is enforceable by:
AOnly the original grantor
BAny owner of property in the subdivision benefited by the restriction✓ Correct
CThe local municipality only
DThe county clerk's office
Explanation
Restrictive covenants that run with the land may be enforced by any owner of property within the subdivision who benefits from the restriction, not just the original grantor.
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