An owner sells his 80-acre farm to a developer with the stipulation that it is to be divided into tracts of no less than 2 acres each. Is this restriction legal

While agricultural properties can have specific zoning and usage regulations, the legality of a restriction on subdivision is not solely determined by the agricultural status. The restriction's legality must also consider whether it conflicts with public interest or existing laws, which this particular stipulation does not.

This statement is inaccurate; private restrictions can indeed be placed on rural land use as long as they comply with state and local laws and do not violate public policies. The ability to impose such restrictions is a recognized aspect of property rights, particularly in real estate transactions.

This choice misinterprets the legal framework surrounding private restrictions. Developers cannot automatically obtain injunctions against all private deed restrictions; such actions are contingent upon proving that the restrictions violate public policy or legal statutes, which is not the case for the 2-acre minimum requirement in this scenario.