declaration of restrictions

declaration of restrictions

A document filed in the real estate records of the county where property is located, and incorporated by reference into the deeds of every property located within the described area,setting out the rules and regulations pertaining to those properties.It is commonly used to spell out restrictive covenants in neighborhoods, such as minimum building size, setback lines, prohibitions against home-based businesses, and restrictions against boats or motor homes parked in view of the street.