Hidden Oaks Ranch Estates

What Hidden Oaks Ranch Estates's governing documents say

Hidden Oaks Ranch Estates is a deed-restricted single-family residential subdivision in Keene, TX. The rules apply to all lot owners and occupants, establishing a uniform plan for development and use. There is no formal homeowners association; enforcement is by property owners and an Architectural Control Committee.

• What you own & maintain: You own the lot and must maintain the house, yard, fences, and drainage channels. The community shares a private access easement road, and owners contribute to its maintenance.
• Homes & construction: Only one new single-family home per lot, minimum 2,800 sq ft living area (excluding garage and porches). Exterior walls must be 100% masonry/stone/brick. Roof pitch at least 10/12. All plans must be approved by the Architectural Control Committee.
• Setbacks & location: Homes must be at least 150 feet from the front property line and 25 feet from side lines. Driveways must be at least 20 feet wide and set 15 feet from side lines.
• Pets & animals: You may keep up to 4 dogs and 2 cats, but no dangerous dogs or pit bulls. Livestock limited to 1 horse or cow per acre; poultry up to 2 per acre. Commercial breeding prohibited.
• Vehicles & parking: No overnight street parking. No boats, RVs, or campers visible from street; must be stored in garage or carport. No commercial trucks, inoperable vehicles, or vehicles with painted advertisements. RVs allowed during construction (12 months) or guest visits (4 weeks/year).
• Noise & nuisances: Between 10pm and 7am, noise must not exceed 50 dBA at any neighbor's property line. Target practice and dirt bike tracks are prohibited.
• Landscaping & maintenance: Lawn must be kept mowed. Trash must be in covered containers and regularly removed; burning trash is prohibited. Each lot must have sod in front and side yards, shrubs along the front, and at least 6 live oak trees (3 front, 3 back).
• Other restrictions: No mining, no subdivision of lots, no business signs (except one 3x5 ft sale/rent sign), no clotheslines visible from street, no satellite dishes above 18 inches unless concealed. Home offices allowed if no customers visit.

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.