§8.1 - Introduction

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§8.1 INTRODUCTION

A covenant "generally describes promises relating to real property that are created in conveyances or other instruments." Hollis v. Garwall, Inc., 137 Wn.2d 683, 690, 974 P.2d 836 (1999) (citations omitted). This promise typically will be to do or to refrain from doing something regarding the use of the land. The covenantor bears the "burden" of the covenant, while the covenantee enjoys the "benefit." The recurring issue is whether the covenant "runs" with the land or with an estate...