In some cases, an HOA can foreclose on property when the owner has fallen behind on paying fees. The law and the association's governing documents will set out the proper procedure. This includes any required notices to the owner.
House Bill 614 guarantees your right to a hearing before the HOA board to contest the violation or the proposed fine. This ensures a fair and transparent process where you can voice your concerns and advocate for your interests.
Texas law places limits on HOA power, including restrictions on their ability to prohibit certain types of construction like solar panels and rules against unreasonable fines or foreclosure practices. The exact limitations are outlined in state statutes, which are intended to protect homeowners' rights.
HOA Rights in Texas The Collection of Fees Known as "Assessments" or "Dues" ... Enforcing Community Rules and Regulations. Access to Common Areas and Shared Facilities. The Right to Create Bylaws. Host Meetings. Property Owners' Associations Must Be Transparent. Fair and Consistent Enforcement of Rules and Regulations.
House Bill 614 guarantees your right to a hearing before the HOA board to contest the violation or the proposed fine. This ensures a fair and transparent process where you can voice your concerns and advocate for your interests.
Duties and powers of an HOA's board, granted under the TPC and the community's declaration, include enforcing covenants, adopting budgets, assessing and collecting member fees, appointing of agents to act on the association's behalf, maintaining of commons areas, and acting on behalf of the association in legal matters ...
Texas Property Code 202.007 restricts HOAs from preventing homeowners from collecting rainwater, composting, implementing drip irrigation, and using drought resistant landscaping.
Aesthetics: While HOAs cannot prohibit xeriscaping, they can regulate it to ensure it complements the neighborhood's look.
The governing documents should stipulate the conditions under which the property owners' association may access the premises. It's also important to mention here that HOAs must provide the homeowner with written notice at least one to two weeks before entering the property unless there is an emergency.