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Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions<\/h1>\n
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\n By Robert Rafii, Esq.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Aisha Success, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Covenants, conditions, and restrictions ("CC&Rs") are governing documents. Many "common interest" developments, including condominiums, neighborhoods, and co-ops, use them. They regulate the use, appearance, and maintenance of property.<\/p>\r\n

CC&Rs are commonly drafted and enforced through homeowners’ associations<\/a> (HOAs). They often restrict what homeowners can do on their property. For example, some CC&Rs:<\/p>\r\n