Question 26

A seller will protect their rights through a deed restriction.

By implementing a deed restriction, the seller ensures that the buyer is legally obligated to build a house of at least 2000 square feet on the purchased lot, thereby protecting the seller's interests.

A) restrictive zoning.

Restrictive zoning pertains to laws that dictate land use and building dimensions within a specific area, but it does not directly enforce conditions on individual property sales. Therefore, it would not effectively guarantee that a specific buyer builds a house of a certain size.

B) a conditional approval.

Conditional approval refers to a situation where a plan or application is approved under certain conditions, typically related to permits and regulations. While it may relate to building requirements, it does not specifically secure the seller's rights in the context of a property sale.

C) conditions precedent.

Conditions precedent are terms that must be met before a contract becomes effective. While they can apply in various agreements, they do not provide the same level of enforceability or protection regarding property use as a deed restriction would.

D) a deed restriction.

A deed restriction is a provision in a property deed that limits how the property can be used or what can be built on it. This method directly enforces the seller's requirement that the buyer construct a house of at least 2000 square feet, thereby securing the seller's rights effectively.

Conclusion

A deed restriction is the most appropriate tool for a seller to protect their rights regarding the minimum size of a house to be built on their property. Other options such as restrictive zoning, conditional approval, and conditions precedent do not provide the same direct enforceability over the buyer's obligations to build as specified. Thus, a deed restriction is the definitive choice in this scenario.