What are the private restrictions called that keep condominium properties uniform and attractive?

Covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CCRs) are the specific legal agreements that are recorded in the property's title and serve to maintain the uniformity and aesthetic appeal of condominium properties. These restrictions are put in place by developers or the community to ensure that all homeowners adhere to certain standards regarding property modifications, landscaping, colors, and maintenance. CCRs help to protect property values and foster a cohesive community by establishing guidelines for how properties can be used and altered.

Homeowners Association (HOA) rules can be similar to CCRs, as they often derive from the same concepts, but they are generally more focused on the management and operational aspects of the community rather than on the restrictions that pertain to the individual properties themselves. Building codes pertain more to the structural and safety requirements that must be followed during construction and renovation, while property regulations can be more general and may not specifically relate to the unique characteristics of condominium properties.