Lovers Landing Homeowners' Association, Inc

What Lovers Landing Homeowners' Association, Inc's governing documents say

Lovers Landing is a single-family residential homeowners' association (HOA) in Forney, TX. The rules bind all homeowners and govern the use and maintenance of lots, common areas, and architectural standards. This guide summarizes the key provisions from the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (recorded 2023) and its Second Amendment (2024) and does not cover loan-related documents also recorded.

• Architectural review & approvals: Exterior changes (buildings, fences, landscaping, paint, roofing, etc.) require prior written approval from the Architectural Control Authority (ACA). The Second Amendment updated specific standards: minimum 8:12 roof pitch (with possible variances), shingle color limited to certain earth tones unless approved, garage doors must be wood-clad carriage style (metal-only prohibited), and each lot must have at least three 3-caliper trees with at least two in the front yard. Fencing: wood fences (cedar board-to-board) are required, stained per guidelines, with smooth side facing streets and common areas. Rain barrels are allowed if guttered per design guidelines.
• Assessments & fees: Annual assessments are set by the Board and due at intervals they determine. A one-time Initial Contribution of $350 is due upon each sale of a completed lot, adjustable up to 10% per year by Board vote. Special assessments may be levied for capital improvements or emergencies; specific assessments can cover damage caused by an owner. Assessments become a personal obligation of the owner and a lien on the lot if unpaid. The Association can foreclose (after court order for nonjudicial foreclosure). Late fees and interest apply.
• Land use & home businesses: Lots and dwellings are for single-family residential use only. No trade or business may be conducted from a home, except for home-based activities that do not create visible signs, customers, or employees, and conform to city ordinances.
• Parking & vehicles: Vehicles must be parked in the garage first, then driveway, then street if city permits. Only passenger automobiles, motorcycles, passenger vans, and pick-up trucks with fewer than 3 axles, in working condition, and used daily are allowed visible from the street. No commercial vehicles, boats, trailers, RVs, or heavy equipment may be stored on lots unless fully enclosed in a garage or screened. No parking on common areas or easements except for maintenance. No vehicles carrying hazardous materials on the property.
• Fencing & maintenance: Owners are responsible for maintaining their own fencing, except Association Maintenance Fencing. Fences facing streets or common areas must have the smooth side outward and posts facing the interior. Repairs must match original materials and appearance. Fences cannot be changed or modified without ACA approval, including the prohibition on changing materials.
• What this document doesn't cover: This set of documents does not specify rules about pets (number, type), leasing (length limits or restrictions), age restrictions, common area amenities (pool, clubhouse), or enforcement procedures beyond assessments and architectural controls. Those topics may be addressed elsewhere (bylaws, separate rules, or another amendment).

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.