Our initial scan found 6 potential issues in your governing documents.
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Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions · Sec. Restrictive Covenants Section 9.5 · Page 1
Covenant prohibits or unlawfully restricts permanently installed standby electric generators in violation of Tex. Prop. Code § 202.019.
Operative Clause · Sec. Restrictive Covenants Section 9.5 (Page 1)
“Only portable emergency generators may be operated during an active utility power outage and must be stored inside the garage immediately upon restoration of power.”
Why It’s Flagged
Tex. Prop. Code § 202.019
§ 202.019(b): A property owners' association may not adopt or enforce a dedicatory instrument provision that prohibits, or has the effect of prohibiting, an owner from owning, operating, installing, or maintaining a permanently installed standby electric generator on the owner's property (subject only to reasonable code, safety, setback, and screening requirements under § 202.019(c) that do not increase installation costs by more than 10% or 20%).
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
Notwithstanding anything herein to the contrary, pursuant to Tex. Prop. Code § 202.019, an Owner may install, maintain, and operate a permanently installed standby electric generator on the Owner's lot in compliance with applicable electrical/fire codes and the reasonable location and screening standards permitted under § 202.019(c).
REMAINING INITIAL FINDINGS & FULL DOCUMENT SET
5 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
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Potential Issue Surfaced in Initial Scan
Document
Severity
#2
Alternative Payment Plan & Delinquency Cure Policy Gap
Declaration / CC&Rs
STATUTORY GAP
#3
Management Certificate & Public Registry Filing Gap
Declaration / CC&Rs
STATUTORY GAP
#4
Architectural Review & Exterior Modification Standard Conflict
Declaration / CC&Rs
HIGH LEGAL RISK
#5
Resale Certificate Disclosure & Fee Cap Protocol Gap
Association Bylaws
CRITICAL EXCEPTION
#6
Delinquent Assessment Lien, Late Fee & Collection Notice Conflict
Association Bylaws
HIGH LEGAL RISK
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