Property Ownership
What is a 'deed restriction' and how does it differ from a local zoning ordinance in Vermont?
AThey are identical in legal effect
BA deed restriction is a private contractual limitation on land use enforceable by neighboring property owners; zoning is a government regulation enforceable by the municipality✓ Correct
CDeed restrictions are imposed by the state; zoning is private
DDeed restrictions are temporary; zoning is permanent
Explanation
Deed restrictions are private encumbrances that run with the land and are enforceable by the property owners who benefit from them. Zoning ordinances are governmental regulations enforced by the municipality.
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Key Terms to Know
Deed
A written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
ZoningLocal government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
EncumbranceAny claim, lien, charge, or liability attached to real property that affects its value or limits its use.
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)Insurance required by lenders on conventional loans with less than 20% down payment, protecting the lender — not the borrower — against default.
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