What is commonly understood as limitations imposed on land to manage development for mutual protection?

Restrictions are commonly understood as limitations imposed on land to manage development for mutual protection. These can include zoning laws, building codes, and private covenants that dictate how land can be used, what types of structures can be built, and the overall character of the environment. The purpose of these restrictions is to protect the interests of both the landowner and the community, ensuring that development aligns with specific goals such as environmental preservation, historical integrity, and public safety.

Encumbrances refer more broadly to claims, liabilities, or legal obligations associated with a property but do not specifically focus on land use management. Easements allow others to use a portion of the property for a specific purpose, like access or utility rights, but are not primarily designed to manage development in a broader sense for mutual protection. Liens are legal claims on a property, primarily related to debt or financial obligations, rather than regulations on how land can be developed or used.