Building Restrictions

What does Building Restrictions mean in American Law?

The definition of Building Restrictions in the law of the United States, as defined by the lexicographer Arthur Leff in his legal dictionary is:

Limitations upon the type, height, style, etc. of building which may be constructed on one”s property. They may be privately provided in restrictive covenants (where they are sometimes also called “type restrictions”), but are most likely to be found governmentally imposed, as part of zoning regulations or building codes, or independently by aesthetic zoning regulations.

Concept of Building Restrictions in the context of Real Property

A short definition of Building Restrictions: Prohibition by a governmental body (zoning restriction) or a private party (a former owner) against construction of certain structures on a property.

Concept of Building Restrictions in the context of Real Property

A short definition of Building Restrictions: Prohibition by a governmental body (zoning restriction) or a private party (a former owner) against construction of certain structures on a property.