Deed Restrictions are stipulations written into a property’s deed or recorded as a restrictive covenant that outlines conditions and/or restrictions for the property. Many of the deed restrictions in Summit County are designed to further the goals of affordable housing and workforce housing. They may include any of the following, all of the following, or a combination of the following:

**NOTE – All Deed Restrictions Are Different. If you have any questions regarding your deed restriction contact the Housing Department. 

• The deed-restricted property must be the owner’s primary residence.
• At least one member of the household must be employed in Summit County for 30 hours or more per week.
• The total household income must be at or below a certain percentage of the Area Median Income (AMI).