Land Use & Zoning
A Washington property's deed shows a 20-foot building setback from the front property line. This limitation on where the owner can build is:
AA public zoning restriction only
BA private deed restriction
CA government easement
DEither a zoning setback or a deed restriction — both types exist✓ Correct
Explanation
Building setbacks can be established either by public zoning ordinances or by private deed restrictions (restrictive covenants). Both types are legally enforceable and limit where structures may be built on a parcel.
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Key Terms to Know
Zoning
Local government regulations that control land use by dividing areas into zones specifying permitted uses, building sizes, and densities.
DeedA written legal instrument used to transfer ownership of real property from one party (grantor) to another (grantee).
EasementA non-possessory right to use another person's land for a specific purpose.
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