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Stephen Wolff, a Tulsan living in Brookside, ran into a legal dispute over modifications he wanted to make to his home. He settled the case, which involved an older covenant in his deed, out of court. — Credit: Phillip Jackson / Tulsa Flyer

Old Tulsa housing covenants can derail home construction. The city can’t stop it.

by Phillip JacksonMay 6, 2026May 6, 2026

If a neighbor does not want you to make additions to your home, an older housing covenant could lead to legal challenges.