Glossary of Key Terms from the Restrictive Covenant
“Restrictive Covenant” – A formal agreement establishing binding regulations on the development and use of Servient Lands to preserve the integrity of the Dominant Lands and their respective owners.
“Grantors” – The current property owners named in Schedule “A” who have formally agreed to adhere to the standards and restrictions outlined within this covenant.
“Grantees” – Those owners listed in Schedule “C” who hold title to Dominant Lands and are entitled to the protections and benefits afforded by this agreement.
“Servient Lands” – The specific properties identified in Schedule “B” that carry the obligations of this covenant. Owners of these parcels are required to comply with all established rules.
“Dominant Lands” – The properties described in Schedule “D” that benefit from this agreement. The value and atmosphere of these lands are safeguarded by the regulations placed on the Servient Lands.
“Neighbourhood” – The local region within the City of Edmonton encompassing Wolf Willow, Westridge, and Country Club Estates where the relevant lands are situated.
“Grantor’s Successor” – Any individual who acquires ownership of a Servient Land parcel in the future. These successors remain fully bound by the covenant’s existing restrictions.
“Grantee’s Successor” – Future owners of Dominant Land parcels who inherit the right to benefit from and enforce the terms of the Restrictive Covenant.
“Subdivide” – The legal procedure of splitting a single property into two or more distinct lots, each possessing its own independent title under the Land Titles Act.
“Private Detached Single Family Dwelling” – A singular residential building designed for one family and guests. This definition excludes secondary suites, apartments, or other multi-unit structures.
“Accessory Building” – Any structure on the lot that is secondary to the main house, such as garages or sheds. Garden suites are permitted but must not exceed the height of the primary dwelling.
“Enforcing Grantee” – A Dominant Land owner who initiates legal proceedings to ensure compliance when a Servient Land owner violates or intends to violate the covenant.
“Breaching Grantor” – A Servient Land owner who, through their actions or those of others, fails to comply with the restrictions set forth in the agreement.
“New Party” – A resident within the Neighbourhood not originally named in the covenant who elects to join by designating their property as both Servient and Dominant via Schedule “E”.
Note: These descriptions are intended for informational purposes. Should any discrepancy arise between this text and the official registered Restrictive Covenant, the registered legal document shall prevail. You may view the complete document on our Restrictive Covenant page.