Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs), sometimes referred to as bylaws, are rules and property limitations of a planned community neighborhood. They’re designed to protect property values in the community and tell you what you can and can’t do while living in your home.

A Declaration of CC&R is the legal document that lists all of the rules and guidelines for the community that must be agreed by owners or the residents they are responsible for. All owners have signed documents stating that they have read the CC&Rs and agree to uphold them. Owners must therefore understand all the provisions they are required to uphold before moving in or renting to someone else.