Relating to the amendment of restrictive covenants applicable to certain subdivisions.

HB 1698 allows owners in specific older subdivisions to amend restrictive covenants that conflict with current zoning. It applies to multi-zoned subdivisions platted before 1965, with over 900 lots spanning multiple cities and counties, where zoning permits uses not allowed by existing property rules. To change these rules, owners must approve amendments by a 67% vote of affected lots, with ballots clearly stating the proposed change and designated area. The bill requires mailed ballots to all lot owners and recorded copies in county property records before voting. This streamlines resolution of outdated property restrictions in complex, multi-jurisdictional neighborhoods.