Bylaws Residential Association For Condominiums In Bexar
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There must be at least three people on the Board of Directors. If an association's governing documents do not state how many people must serve on the Board of Directors, Texas law says that the number will be equal to the initial number of directors listed in the Articles of Incorporation.
Effective January 1, 2024. A property owners' association must adopt an enforcement policy regarding levying of fines. The policy must be made available to the property owners.
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 is a significant step towards a more balanced and equitable relationship between HOAs and homeowners in Texas. By clearly outlining fining procedures and ensuring your right to due process, this HOA law empowers you to navigate your HOA community with confidence.
Disclosure Requirements Disclosure is mandated by law, often through public records and real property records. Before purchasing a home, buyers must receive a set of documents detailing the HOA's health, such as its covenants, conditions, restrictions, bylaws, rules, and financial statements.
In 2021, the Texas Senate passed Bill 1588, which placed restrictions on HOA authority over fencing. This legislation ensures that if you own a property, your HOA cannot categorically deny you the right to a fence installation.
Certificates are filed in the county where the property is located and electronically in the Homeowners' Association Management Certificate Database. They often include contact information, mailing address, and website where governing documents can be found.
For Texas associations, state laws are the only dedicatory instrument that outranks your Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs, your association's “Boss Doc”).
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.
