Land Use & Zoning
A deed restriction (restrictive covenant) in a Utah subdivision differs from zoning because:
ADeed restrictions are enforced by local government; zoning is private
BDeed restrictions are private agreements enforced by property owners or an HOA; zoning is public law✓ Correct
CZoning is permanent; deed restrictions expire after 20 years
DDeed restrictions are always more restrictive than zoning
Explanation
Deed restrictions are private covenants recorded in deeds and enforced by neighboring property owners or HOAs through civil court action. Zoning is a public regulation enforced by government. Both can apply simultaneously, and the more restrictive rule generally governs.
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