Sheridan v. Kurz

Plaintiffs own lots, on which they reside, in the McConnell addition to the city of Pontiac. Defendants Bussell G-. Kurz and wife live on lot 45 in this subdivision, their title having been acquired by deed from Adolph F. Netzel and wife on June 21, 1943. This subdivision was platted in 1898, and various recorded deeds since that date, including that of defendants, contain covenants restricting the use of the premises to “residence purposes only.” According to the testimony, this subdivision consists of 140 lots, and the only properties that have ever been used for other than residence…