Belmont Ranch

What Belmont Ranch's governing documents say

Belmont Ranch is a standard single-family residential subdivision in McLennan County, Texas, governed by a Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs). These rules apply to all buyers, owners, and builders, with strict architectural control, defined construction minimums, and limits on uses and animals. If you're considering living here, you'll need to obtain approval from the Architectural Control Committee for exterior changes and follow exacting standards on home size, materials, and setbacks.

• Architectural review: All exterior improvements—from homes and fences to pools, solar panels, and satellite dishes—require written approval from the Architectural Control Committee. Submit detailed plans showing location, materials, colors, and setbacks; the committee can approve, deny, or waive requirements at its discretion.
• Construction standards: New homes must have at least 1,200 square feet of first-floor living area, a minimum front width of 40 feet, and 75% masonry exterior (stone, brick, stucco, or cement). Setbacks are 25 feet from the front and 10 feet from the sides; garages must be 2 to 5 cars, and driveways must be concrete or brick.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for single-family residential use only—no commercial, industrial, or noxious activities. Only one dwelling per lot; no mobile homes or moved-in used houses. Home offices are allowed but must not have advertising signs.
• Animals & pets: Dogs, cats, and typical household pets are allowed if kept for non-commercial purposes and not a threat, but pigs, hogs, emus, peacocks, roosters, ostriches, reptiles, and tigers are banned. No animals may be kept on a lot until the dwelling is built.
• Parking & storage: Boats, jet-skis, travel trailers, and RVs must not be parked or stored on streets or in front yards; they must be behind the dwelling or inside a garage, and boats must be on trailers. Inoperable vehicles and excess equipment may not be left outside.
• Utilities & infrastructure: Water must come from Cross Country Water Supply Corp—private wells are prohibited. Each home requires a septic or sewage system (no open-pit toilets), and electrical service lines must be installed at the owner's expense.
• Fences & landscaping: Fences need approval, are limited to 7 feet in height, and must be ornamental iron or picket with metal posts. Owners must keep lots neat and clean, with lawns alive and free of debris; the committee can enforce and charge for cleanup if needed.

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.