Texas HOA Laws: What Homeowners Need to Know

Homeowners associations in Texas are primarily governed by the Texas Residential Property Owners Protection Act (Texas Property Code, Chapter 209). If you're buying into, living in, or serving on the board of an HOA here, understanding the basics of this framework is worth doing before you need it.

Regulatory oversight

Texas doesn't have a dedicated HOA regulatory agency; disputes typically go through the courts or required alternative dispute resolution.

What's notable about Texas's HOA law

• Chapter 209 specifically governs residential subdivisions (not condos, which fall under a separate chapter) and sets out notice and hearing requirements before fines or liens.
• Texas law requires HOAs to adopt and follow a specific process before foreclosing over unpaid assessments, including required notice periods.
• Homeowners have a statutory right to request copies of the HOA's books and records.
• Texas has also passed protections limiting HOA authority over certain religious displays and flags.

Good to know

Texas has a large volume of newer, rapidly built HOA communities, which makes reviewing the specific developer-drafted CC&Rs especially important before buying, since state law sets a floor but each community's documents still vary widely.

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