Which term best describes deed restrictions, CC&R, and association rules?

• A. Private Controls
• B. Arm's Length Transaction
• C. Amenity
• D. Private Restrictions

Answer: (D)

Deed restrictions, CC&Rs, and association rules are private restrictions on land use. They’re created by private parties, like a developer or a homeowners association, not by government authorities. These rules bind current and future property owners and run with the land, controlling how properties can be used, what improvements can be built, appearance standards, rental restrictions, and other design or use limitations within a community. That’s why the term Private Restrictions best describes them.

Other options don’t fit as well: Private controls suggests a similar idea but isn’t the standard legal label for these rules. An amenity refers to a feature or service provided in a community (like a pool or clubhouse), not a binding restriction. Arm's length transaction describes how parties interact in a sale, not land-use controls.