Colson Estates

What Colson Estates's governing documents say

Colson Estates is a single-family detached subdivision in Arlington, TX, governed by restrictive covenants that run with the land. These rules bind all lot owners (and their tenants) and cover land use, building standards, and architectural review.

• Land use & permitted structures: Each lot is for one single-family detached dwelling only. Outbuildings, shops, house trailers, motor homes, and temporary residences are prohibited, and no structures may be moved onto a lot—only new construction is allowed.
• Pets & animals: No livestock, poultry, or animals of any kind are allowed except usual and ordinary household pets, and no pens or coops for such animals are permitted.
• Signs & business use: Signs, billboards, or advertising structures are prohibited except one sign advertising the rental or sale of the property, not to exceed 3 feet by 5 feet. Engaging in a trade or business on the lot is also prohibited.
• Sanitation & nuisances: Trash, ashes, and garbage must be kept in covered containers and removed regularly; burning trash or dumping residues on lots is prohibited. Any activity that becomes an annoyance or nuisance to the neighborhood is also barred.
• Building & lot standards: The main dwelling must have a minimum living area of 1080 square feet (with at least 700 square feet on the first floor if multi-story), measured from exterior walls and excluding garage space. Exterior walls of the first floor must be at least 60% masonry, stone, brick, or stucco. Residences must face the front lot line, with a 20-foot front setback and 5-foot side setbacks. Boundary fences can be masonry, hedge, steel, chain link, or substantial wood, up to 6 feet tall.
• Architectural review: No structure may be erected, placed, or altered without approval of the Architectural Control Committee, which reviews plans for quality, harmony with existing structures, and location. If the committee does not approve or disapprove within 30 days of submission (or no lawsuit is filed before construction completes), approval is deemed granted. The committee may also consider technological advances.
• Duration & amendment: These covenants run with the land for 30 years from recording, then automatically renew for successive 10-year periods. The developer (so long as it owns at least 40% of the lots) reserves the right to amend, revise, or abolish any covenant, and to revise the subdivision plat.
• What this document doesn't cover: This is a set of restrictive covenants, not a full HOA rulebook—it does not address association fees, maintenance obligations, common areas (there are none specified), or dispute resolution procedures beyond enforcement by property owners.

Plain-language summary generated from the governing documents on file for this community. It may be incomplete and is not legal advice — read the full documents below or consult the official recorded versions.