Chapter 3

Question 1

Deed restrictions can be created by all of the following:

Answer 1

deed, statute, written agreement.

Question 2

Deed restrictions can be created by all of the following EXCEPT by a:

Answer 2

general plan of a subdivision.

Question 3

Restrictive covenants that run with the land:

Answer 3

apply to and bind all successive owners of the property.

Question 4

The primary intent of zoning ordinances is to:

Answer 4

limit the amount and types of businesses in a given area.

Question 5

The condemnation of private property for public use is made possible by the right of:

Answer 5

eminent domain.

Question 6

The condemnation of private property for public use is made possible by the right of:

Answer 6

nonconforming use.

Question 7

Deed restrictions could legally restrict all of the following:

Answer 7

sizes and types of structures to be built, potential future uses of the properties, exterior finish and decoration of the structures.

Question 8

Deed restrictions could legally restrict all of the following EXCEPT the:

Answer 8

future owners and occupants of the properties.

Question 9

A residential developer’s deed restrictions would probably include all of the following EXCEPT:

Answer 9

an agreement not to sell without the consent of the neighbors.

Question 9

Which of the following best describes the purpose of a building permit?

Answer 9

The evidence of compliance with municipal regulations

Question 10

A residential developer’s deed restrictions would probably include all of the following:

Answer 10

easements in gross for the installation of public utilities, the minimum square-footage for any home to be built in the subdivision, a reference to the use of community facilities by residents only.

Question 11

A tire company has a manufacturing plant located in an area that has just been rezoned for residential use. The company is allowed to continue operating the plant under the new zoning classification. However, if the plant is destroyed by fire or other hazard, the tire company:

Answer 11

may not construct another plant in the neighborhood unless they secure a variance.

Question 11

A development company owned property that the city wanted so that it could extend the runways at the municipal airport. If the company refuses to negotiate with the city, then the city may acquire the property by:

Answer 11

eminent domain.

Question 12

All of the following are examples of police power:

Answer 12

zoning ordinances, building codes, city planning requirements.

Question 12

If the buyer of a vacant lot builds a house that violates the restrictions in his or her deed, the buyer may:

Answer 12

be sued and required to alter the structure to conform with the restrictions.

Question 13

All of the following are examples of police power EXCEPT:

Answer 13

restrictive covenants.

Question 13

Legislation designed to convert residential zoning into conservation or recreational purposes:

Answer 13

may be found by the courts to be a “taking” with the payment of just compensation to the property owner.

Question 14

Before the government can exercise its right of eminent domain, the use of the property must be:

Answer 14

a public use for which the property owner will be fairly compensated.

Question 15

Local zoning ordinances often regulate all of the following:

Answer 15

he height of buildings in an area, the density of population, the use of the property.

Question 15

In a widely publicized dispute, Hank refused to sell his land to the local school district. He believed that the price the school district offered him for the land was not sufficient consideration. If the school district were to pursue the matter in court, what legal proceeding would it institute to force Hank to sell his land to them?

Answer 15

Condemnation

Question 16

A conveyance that includes a condition controlling or limiting the use of the property conveyed is an example of:

Answer 16

a deed restriction.

Question 17

Local zoning ordinances often regulate all of the following EXCEPT:

Answer 17

the price of the property.

Question 18

Deed restrictions are a means by which:

Answer 18

grantors control the future use of the ownership.

Question 19

Under an existing ordinance no signs may be placed on a building that extends more than three feet above the highest point of the roof. An owner wants to erect a nine foot high revolving sign on the roof of his store. In order to legally do this, the owner must get a:

Answer 19

variance.

Question 20

The owner constructed a building that is seven stories high. Several years later the municipality changed the zoning ordinance, prohibiting buildings that exceed six stories in height. Which of the following is true regarding the existing seven-story building?

Answer 20

t is a nonconforming use.

Question 21

The purpose of bulk zoning is to:

Answer 21

control density and avoid overcrowding.

Question 22

Zoning ordinances normally define specific uses for land that are permitted within a municipality. Which of the following is not a designated use in the ordinances?

Answer 22

Rental

Question 23

The purpose of building permits is to:

Answer 23

ensure compliance with building codes.

Question 23

A municipality establishes development goals through its:

Answer 23

comprehensive plan.

Question 24

Which of the following is a variance?

Answer 24

An exception to a zoning ordinance

Question 25

The construction of a family room, additional bedroom and extra bath has been completed on the owner’s home. Before the addition can be used, which of the following is true?

Answer 25

The municipality must issue an occupancy permit.

Question 25

All of the following would be included as part of the development costs of a lot EXCEPT:

Answer 25

the purchase price of the land.

Question 26

All of the following would be included as part of the development costs of a lot:

Answer 26

curbs and gutters, site grading, sanitary sewer installation.

Question 27

When planning a subdivision, the developer should determine the kinds of land uses to be involved and the amounts of land to be allocated to each use by considering:

Answer 27

the application of the economic principle of highest and best use.

Question 28

In a new subdivision, streets, curbs, and sidewalks are usually provided by the:

Answer 28

developer.

Question 28

A subdivider or developer who fails to comply with the requirements of the Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act may be:

Answer 28

subject to criminal penalties of fines and imprisonment.

Question 29

According to the Interstate Land Sales Full Disclosure Act, if the property report is not given to the prospective purchaser at time the contract is signed:

Answer 29

the purchaser may revoke the contract up to two years following the signing of the contract.

Question 30

The purchaser of a property in a planned unit development will usually receive all of the following:

Answer 30

an interest in the unit owners’ association, the title to the land on which the unit is built, a share in the control of the commonly owned elements

Question 31

Perry is in the business of buying large tracts of land and then reselling them to consumers in small tracts. Perry is a:

Answer 31

subdivider.

Question 32

The purchaser of a property in a planned unit development will usually receive all of the following EXCEPT:

Answer 32

a proprietary lease for the unit to be occupied.

Question 33

A subdivision was developed, and one of the deed restrictions covering all of the properties in the subdivision set aside the back six feet of each parcel as a combination green belt area and bicycle path. Homeowner Evan plans to convert the back one-half of his yard into an organic garden. His neighbors can:

Answer 33

go to court in an attempt to obtain injunctive relief.

Question 34

If the owner of a property wants to exceed the current zoning laws they would need a:

Answer 34

variance

Question 35

A buyer moved into a subdivision and immediately constructed a tree house in the backyard. Subdivision regulations do not allow tree houses. In regard to this situation, can a neighbor require the owner to tear down the tree house?

Answer 35

Yes. The neighbor can apply for a court injunction against the owner.

Question 36

A buyer moved into a new neighborhood and discovered that he could not keep his pet pig in the backyard. The MOST LIKELY reason for this restriction is:

Answer 36

zoning.

Question 37

An Illinois home-rule unit:

Answer 37

receives its power through enabling legislation.