Corinth Forest

What Corinth Forest's governing documents say

Corinth Forest is a single-family home subdivision in Corinth, TX, governed by a homeowners association (Corinth Forest Subdivision Homeowners Association). These restrictive covenants apply to all 23 lots and require homeowners to adhere to strict architectural standards, maintenance obligations, and assessment payments. They also grant rights to use common areas like a pool, tennis court, and stock pond.

• Minimum home size & design standards: Homes must be at least 2,500 sq ft (single-story) or 2,000 sq ft on the first floor with at least 1,000 sq ft on the second (two-story). Only air-conditioned space counts; porches, attics, and garages are excluded. Walls must be 75% masonry (brick or natural stone, excluding stucco), and roofs must have a minimum 6/12 pitch using approved materials like architectural shingles (300 lb+), clay/concrete tile, or factory-painted metal.
• Parking & vehicle restrictions: Each lot must have at least four off-street parking spaces, with at least two in an enclosed attached garage. On-street parking by residents is prohibited. Non-family vehicles (e.g., trucks, boats, RVs) may not be parked visibly for more than 24 hours. No inoperative vehicles or major repairs are allowed on lots or streets.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments are levied per lot and can increase up to 120% of the prior year without member approval; any higher increase requires 2/3 written consent. Special assessments for capital improvements also require 2/3 approval. Assessments are due monthly; late payments incur a $5 penalty and 10% annual interest. Delinquent owners lose voting rights and access to common areas, and the association can foreclose its lien.
• Architectural review process: All exterior improvements—buildings, fences, walls, antennas, landscaping, paint colors—must be approved in writing by the Architectural Control Committee (3 residents). Plans are reviewed for design and harmony; if no response in 30 days and no lawsuit, approval is deemed given. The committee also inspects common areas and enforces maintenance.
• Use of common areas: All lot owners have an easement to use common areas (pool, tennis court, stock pond, etc.), subject to reasonable fees and rules. Use can be suspended for up to 30 days for rule infractions. Guests may be limited. Solicitation by non-residents is prohibited.
• Pet restrictions: No animals, livestock, or poultry may be kept, bred, or raised on any lot, except domesticated dogs and cats or other household pets—as long as they are not kept for commercial purposes.
• Leasing & rental rules: Leases must be in writing and must state that they are subject to the declaration, bylaws, and articles of incorporation. Any violation by a tenant constitutes a lease default. The document does not specify a minimum lease term or a cap on rentals.

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.