A covenant is a legally-binding promise incorporated into deeds and other official instruments, stipulating the performance or non-performance of specific acts or the restriction or enforcement of certain property uses.
A 'Covenant Running With The Land' is a legal stipulation imposed on property that binds current and future owners to adhere to specified restrictions or obligations. These covenants are usually included in property deeds and remain in effect even as the land changes ownership.
A deed restriction is a clause in a deed that may be inserted by a seller to limit the use of land, often to maintain property values or adhere to specific community standards.
A greenbelt is an area of open land retained in its natural state around a residential area, intended to provide open space, recreation opportunities, and a buffer against urban sprawl.
A restrictive covenant is a binding legal obligation written into the deed of a property by the seller that restricts the way the property can be used by the buyer. It usually aims to uphold specific standards or maintain the character of a community.
