Timber Creek Estates Lot

What Timber Creek Estates Lot's governing documents say

Timber Creek Estates is a single-family detached home subdivision in Godley, Johnson County, Texas. Deed restrictions (originally 1998, updated in 2019) apply to all lots and are enforced by the Timber Creek Estates Homeowners' Association. These rules cover what you can build, how you can use your property, and the approval process for changes.

• Land use & dwellings: Each lot is for one single-family detached home only. No mobile homes, duplexes, or commercial uses. All residences must be new construction; no moving in existing structures.
• Minimum home size: Minimum heated and air-conditioned square footage varies by block: 1,700 sq ft (Block 3, lots 1-6; Block 4, lots 1-6; Block 2, lots 32-43), 1,800 sq ft (Block 2, lots 31, 44-46), 1,900 sq ft (Block 5, lots 1-6), and 2,000 sq ft (Block 1, lots 4-5; Block 2, lots 19-26; Block 1, lots 1-3; Block 2, lots 1-18, 27-29).
• Exterior materials & design: Exterior walls must be at least 80% masonry, stone, stucco, brick, or glass (can be reduced by Architectural Control Committee). Roofs must have a minimum 8/12 pitch and use approved materials (wood, slate, concrete tile, or heavy composition shingles). Two‑story homes must have at least 60% of heated space on the ground floor. Garage openings must face side or rear and accommodate at least two cars.
• Architectural review: All construction, alterations, fencing, and landscaping must be approved in writing by the Architectural Control Committee before work begins. Plans must be submitted 30 days in advance; if no response within 30 days, approval is deemed given. The committee can grant variances.
• Pets & animals: Dogs, cats, and typical household pets are allowed (not for commercial breeding). Horses are permitted only on specified lots (Block 2, lots 28-29, and lots 30-43 for one horse). No livestock, poultry, or swine.
• Vehicles & storage: One boat and one motor home/travel trailer may be stored, but must be parked behind a stockade fence (screened from the street). No inoperable or commercial vehicles visible. All driveway culverts must be concrete and per county policies.
• Landscaping & maintenance: Front yard must be sodded or hydroseeded within 45 days of house completion, with at least two trees (3-inch trunk) and twelve 2-gallon shrubs. Grass and weeds cannot become unsightly; the HOA can mow and charge owner after 7 days' notice. Fences must be wrought iron, brick, pipe, or PVC, and cannot block street visibility.
• Construction timeline: Construction must be completed within 6 months of starting. No occupancy until connected to utilities (water, electricity, gas, sewer) and all requirements met.

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.