What is a deed of variation for restrictive covenants?
Changing old covenant wording by agreement, through a tribunal route, or by bilateral deeds, and what buyers ask for on resale in England and Wales.
Published: 18 Apr 2026 · Updated: 18 Apr 2026 · 10 min read
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Overview
A deed of variation can adjust restrictive covenants when beneficiaries agree or a proper process is followed; feasibility depends on who holds the benefit and the facts on the ground.
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