Property Ownership
A covenant running with the land in Utah is enforceable against future owners because:
AIt is registered with the Division of Real Estate
BIt meets the legal requirements: intent to run, privity of estate, and it touches and concerns the land✓ Correct
CThe county assessor approves all covenants
DAll private agreements automatically run with the land
Explanation
For a covenant to run with the land, it must: (1) have been intended to bind successors, (2) involve privity of estate between the original parties, and (3) touch and concern the land—directly affecting its use or value.
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