Villas of Forest Ridge

What Villas of Forest Ridge's governing documents say

Villas of Forest Ridge is a single-family home subdivision in Bedford, TX, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). The declaration establishes rules for the use, maintenance, and appearance of lots—covering everything from assessments and architectural review to parking and pets. It applies to all lot owners and their tenants.

• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments start at a maximum of $650 per lot and can increase up to 10% per year by board action. Increases above 10% require 66⅔% member approval. A transfer fee of $100 per party (buyer and seller) is due at closing; after 5 years, the fee is the greater of $100 or 0.15% of the sale price. Special assessments also require 66⅔% approval.
• Architectural review: All exterior changes—fences, structures, paint, landscaping—must be approved by the Architectural Control Committee before construction. Plans must be submitted at least 30 days in advance; if not acted on within 30 days, they are deemed approved.
• Residential use & occupancy: Lots are for single-family use only—one detached residence per lot, no more than 2½ stories, minimum 1,600 sq ft air-conditioned living area. Occupancy is limited to one family (related by blood, marriage, or adoption) or up to two unrelated persons living as a single housekeeping unit.
• Parking & vehicles: No boats, RVs, or commercial vehicles over 1.5 tons may be parked overnight in driveways or streets. Passenger vehicles must be in operating condition with current plates. Parking of trailers or campers is prohibited unless concealed from view.
• Pets: No more than four household pets (dogs, cats, etc.) per lot. Pets must be restrained or confined to the owner's fenced rear yard, and owners must keep lots clean of pet waste. Animals for commercial purposes or food are not allowed.
• General maintenance: Owners must maintain their homes, landscaping, and lots in good condition—painting, roof repairs, mowing, etc. If an owner fails to maintain, the association may enter and do the work after 10 days' notice, billing the owner for costs.
• Prohibited activities & structures: No businesses (except quiet home-based activities like tutoring), no outdoor clotheslines visible, no antennas (except small satellite dishes), no dumping of rubbish, and no temporary structures (e.g., tents, trailers) except during construction.
• What this document doesn't cover: The document does not address leasing restrictions (no minimum lease term) or age restrictions—it is not an active-adult or 55+ community.

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