Property Ownership

In South Dakota, a 'deed restriction' (restrictive covenant) that prohibits certain uses of property is:

AUnenforceable in South Dakota
BA private agreement that runs with the land and binds future owners✓ Correct
COnly effective for the current owner's lifetime
DOnly enforceable by government authorities

Explanation

Deed restrictions (restrictive covenants) are private agreements that restrict how property may be used. They are binding on all future owners (run with the land) and are enforceable by neighboring property owners or the homeowners association, not the government.

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