High Point Lake Estates Property Owners Association

What High Point Lake Estates Property Owners Association's governing documents say

High Point Lake Estates is a single-family HOA community in Rockwall and Kaufman Counties, Texas, governed by a property owners association. These documents are a mix of amendments, policies, and the association's bylaws, covering rules for vacant lots, ponds, architectural approvals, fines, and board governance.

• Vacant lot maintenance: Owners must keep vacant lots mowed so grass stays under 12 inches, with mowing at least once per month. If the owner fails to mow after notice, the association can mow and charge the owner, plus a $25 monthly charge per instance. Habitual violators may be force-mowed for the rest of the growing season (March 20 to October 10) after 10 days' notice.
• Ponds & common areas: Common areas, including ponds, are for use by owners, residents, and their guests only. Motorized boats, rafts, or vehicles are prohibited in or around ponds. Fishing is catch-and-release only; releasing fish into ponds or removing grass carp is prohibited and subject to fines.
• Architectural review: Most exterior changes (new home, pool, guest house, fence, roof, paint, etc.) require approval from the Architectural Control Committee. Application fees apply for major changes (e.g., $52 for a pool, $1,000 for a guest house/outbuilding); some projects require a visual inspection. A $1,000 damage deposit is required before construction of any dwelling or other building.
• Fines & enforcement: The association can fine owners for violations. Specific fines include $500 per occurrence for unauthorized dumping or introducing animals into ponds, and $150 per occurrence for releasing grass carp or having unleashed pets on common areas.
• Board & elections: The association is governed by a board of directors. Originally three directors, an amendment increases the board to five directors with staggered terms so that one director is elected annually. If a quorum is not met at the annual meeting, a reduced quorum is allowed solely for electing directors.
• What this document doesn't cover: These documents do not include the full declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions, nor do they specify assessment amounts, pet rules, or leasing restrictions. They are supplemental policies and amendments, so the full rulebook is found in the recorded declarations and other governing documents.

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.