Diamond Creek I

What Diamond Creek I's governing documents say

Diamond Creek I is a single-family home HOA in Forney, TX, governed by the Diamond Creek Homeowners Association. This document is a 2015 supplement that records eight specific policies adopted by the board, addressing things like flags, solar panels, roofing, and payment plans. It does not contain the full CC&Rs or general community rules.

• Rainwater Recovery Systems: Rain barrels must not exceed 55 gallons, must be screened from public view, and overflow lines cannot affect adjacent properties. Hoses must be coiled and stored out of sight. Ponds require ACC approval.
• Solar Energy Devices: Devices require prior written ACC approval. They can be mounted on roofs (must not extend above the ridge) or placed in fenced yards (must not extend above the fence). If no fence, adequate screening from streets or common areas is required. Must comply with manufacturer instructions and permits.
• Display of Flags: Only the U.S. flag, Texas state flag, and official U.S. armed forces flags are permitted. Up to two flags per property: one on a bracket on a street-facing structure (30°–90° angle) and one on a rear portion. One freestanding flagpole up to 20 ft tall is allowed, subject to setback and distance from neighboring dwellings. Lighting must be ground-mounted and shielded.
• Roofing Materials: Composition shingles with at least 30-year life and laminated design required; three-tab shingles prohibited. Approved colors: Weather Wood, Oxford Grey, or similar; others need ACC approval. Overlays not allowed – all old materials must be removed down to decking. Ridge vents encouraged. Wind/hail-resistant materials permitted subject to ACC approval.
• Display of Religious Items: One or more religious items may be displayed on the entry door frame, not exceeding 36 square inches total. Items cannot extend beyond the door frame's outside edge and must not contain language or graphics that are patently offensive to a passerby.
• Records Access & Copying: Owners may request records via certified mail with sufficient detail. The association must respond within 10 business days. Copies cost: black‑and‑white $0.10/single‑sided page, color $0.50/single‑sided page; PDF $0.10/page; labor $18/hour; other costs at actual. Certain records (financial info of individual owners, violation details, attorney‑client privileged) are not available.
• Document Retention: Certificate of formation and restrictive covenants kept permanently. Financial books and records for at least 7 years. Current owner account records retained for 7 years. Former owner records retained 1 year after ownership ends. Meeting minutes retained 7 years. Other documents kept as long as the board deems useful.
• Payment Plans for Assessments: Owners delinquent on assessments may request a written payment plan. Plans run 3–12 months: balances up to 2× annual assessment get 3 months; larger balances up to 12 months. Interest continues at 10% annually. Association may charge an administration fee. Default voids the plan and the full balance becomes immediately due.

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.