Massachusetts § 10C - Determination of restrictions; manner
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 10C — Determination of restrictions; manner, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10C. Determination of restrictions; manner
Section 10C. Any determination or declaration that the restriction is or is not enforceable, or is enforceable only in a certain manner or to a certain extent or for the benefit of certain land shall be in rem and operate directly upon the subject land, and be binding upon all persons entitled to enforce the restriction thereon. If the court determines that the restriction is enforceable only by award of money damages it shall, whether or not a violation has occurred, make such award according to general rules of equity, and upon payment thereof determine that the land is free of the restriction.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 10C
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 10C cover?
Section 10C ("Determination of restrictions; manner") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 10C?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 10C" (Massachusetts). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 10C apply to my situation?
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