M3 Ranch Homeowners Association

What M3 Ranch Homeowners Association's governing documents say

M3 Ranch (Mansfield, TX) is a standard single-family homeowners association. This document is a collection of amendments and policies that supplement the main Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (not included here). It establishes specific rules for reserve contributions, water restrictions, solar panels, fencing, holiday decorations, and assessment collection. The full governing document set is not provided.

• Reserve contribution on sale: Upon every sale, transfer, or conveyance of a home (excluding Declarant), the buyer must pay a one-time reserve contribution of $1,200 per lot at closing. This is non-refundable and in addition to regular assessments. The Board may adjust the amount by up to 25% from the then-existing annual assessment, subject to board resolution and recording.
• Water restrictions & lawn appearance: The Association cannot fine an owner for discolored or brown vegetation/turf during a mandatory residential watering restriction, or within 60 days after it is lifted. Owners must still maintain lawns by mowing, edging, and weeding.
• Solar energy device installation: Solar panels or roof tiles require written Architectural Reviewer approval. They are prohibited on roof elevations facing a street or common area unless the owner demonstrates via an NREL report that placing the entire system on a non-prohibited elevation would reduce annual energy production by more than 10%. Panels must not extend above the roofline, conform to slope, and have frames/wiring in silver, bronze, or black. Ground installations in rear yards/patios must not exceed fence height. The Reviewer may deny based on substantial interference with adjoining property.
• Fencing placement: Fencing must not obstruct licensed areas, sidewalks, drainage easements, or drainage areas. Driveway gates must be set back at least 10 feet from the right-of-way if the driveway intersects with a laned roadway. Fencing cannot extend past the front building line of the dwelling, with exceptions for fencing installed before 2025 and for owners with safety exemptions (must be removed on transfer).
• Holiday decorations: Holiday decorations may be displayed no more than 30 days before the holiday and must be removed within 15 days after. Permanent holiday lighting or decorations require Architectural Reviewer approval.
• Assessment collection & fees: Annual assessments are due January 1, become delinquent after 30 days, and incur a $25 monthly late charge plus 18% annual interest. Returned checks incur a $25 fee; two within 12 months may require certified funds. Collection steps include reminder statement, association demand letter (45-day cure), attorney demand letter, notice of lien (filed after 90 days), and foreclosure. The Association may suspend common area privileges. Payment plans are available (3-6 months) for eligible owners.
• What this document doesn't cover: This is a partial document set; it does not include the full Declaration or Bylaws, nor does it cover routine HOA rules on architectural applications, pets, parking, or other typical restrictions. See the main governing documents for complete rules.

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.