OWNERSHIP: SECTION 9, RESTRICTION ENCUMBRANCES

Question 0

What is another name for “ DEED ENCUMBRANCE”

Answer 0

Restrictive Covenants

Question 1

What exactly is a “DEED RESTRICTION”?

Answer 1

An encumbrance placed by Grantor that binds future owners.

Question 2

Do the words COVENANT & RESTRICTION mean the same thing?

Answer 2

YES

Question 3

Name some examples of restrictive covenant’s

Answer 3

Types of fences, roofs, vehicles, etc…

Question 4

Give an example of how a deed restriction or covenant restriction might be used?

Answer 4

A neighborhood developer could place deed restrictions on future owners in that particular neighborhood

Question 5

Who can enforce deed restrictions?

Answer 5

Only the courts

Question 6

Who can bring action against someone in violation of a deed restriction?

Answer 6

Any interested party, neighbor, homeowners association

Question 7

Which deed restrictions would not be enforceable?

Answer 7

Racial, ethnic, religious, etc…

Question 8

How can someone find out what deed restrictions might be in place where they are concerned?

Answer 8

It is a matter of public record.