What is a Restrictive Covenant?
A restrictive covenant is a legal obligation imposed in a property deed that restricts the use or activities that can take place on the property. These covenants are intended to preserve the character of the area, protect property values, and ensure a certain level of uniformity within a neighborhood or community.
Common Examples of Restrictive Covenants
Building Restrictions:
Limits on the height or size of buildings.
Prohibition on certain types of structures (e.g., no multi-family homes in a single-family residential area).
Use Restrictions:
Prohibitions on running a business from a residential property.
Restrictions on the type of permissible activities (e.g., no commercial farming).
Maintenance Requirements:
Obligations to maintain the property to a certain standard.
Restrictions on alterations or modifications without approval.
Subdivision Restrictions:
Prohibition on subdividing a lot into smaller parcels.
Restrictions on the minimum lot size for new developme…
