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Restrictive covenant

Term · Law · MLC-T-LAW-004290

A clause in a deed or lease that limits how the property owner or tenant can use the land. These covenants are legally binding and run with the land, meaning they apply to subsequent owners. Common examples include restrictions on building height, architectural style, or commercial activities within a residential area.

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IdentifierMLC-T-LAW-004290
FieldLaw
Record as JSON 
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  "definition": "A clause in a deed or lease that limits how the property owner or tenant can use the land. These covenants are legally binding and run with the land, meaning they apply to subsequent owners. Common examples include restrictions on building height, architectural style, or commercial activities within a residential area.",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/law/restrictive-covenant/"
}

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