Chapter 5 Flashcards
Which of the following statements about restrictive/protective covenants is NOT correct?
B. They are enforceable even though not recorded.
Restrictive/protective covenants typically need to be recorded to be enforceable.
Which of the following statements about land use controls is NOT correct?
C. Subdivision covenants are a form of public land use controls.
Subdivision covenants are considered private land use controls.
Restrictive/protective covenants are terminated in all of the following ways EXCEPT:
B. transfer of title.
Transfer of title does not automatically terminate restrictive covenants.
Restrictive/protective covenants are enforced by which of the following?
B. injunction.
Injunctions are legal orders that can enforce compliance with restrictive covenants.
The type of zoning that permits a higher priority use in a lower priority zone is called:
D. cumulative use.
Cumulative zoning allows for a mix of uses within a zone.
Which of the following is NOT a permitted deviation from the standards of a zoning ordinance?
C. spot zoning.
Spot zoning is often considered illegal as it favors a specific property over the general zoning plan.
Which of the following is an illegal rezoning of the owner?
C. spot zoning.
Spot zoning can create unfair advantages and is typically not allowed.
Which of the following statements about subdivision ordinances is (are) correct?
D. all of the above.
Subdivision ordinances aim to protect taxpayers, developers, and ensure uniformity.
Which of the following powers gives the government the right to zone?
B. police power.
Police power allows for the regulation of land use for the public good.
Building codes require which of the following?
C. Certificate of Occupancy.
A Certificate of Occupancy verifies that a building meets all safety and zoning regulations.
