Are restrictive covenants allowed in real estate?

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Restrictive covenants are allowed in real estate to an extent. However, discriminatory restrictive covenants are illegal and unenforceable. In 1968, Congress enacted the Fair Housing Act, banning HOAs from blocking individuals from owning or living in a home based on:
- Race.
- Color.
- Religion.
- Sex (including gender identity and sexuality).
- National origin.
- Family status.
- Disability.
- Other protected classes.