Sorrellwood Terrace

What Sorrellwood Terrace's governing documents say

Sorrellwood Terrace is a townhome community in McKinney, TX, where you own your individual lot and dwelling, but share party walls with neighbors, and the homeowners association (HOA) manages common areas and enforces rules. This Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) creates the HOA and sets the baseline rules for all owners.

• What you own & maintain: You own your Lot and Dwelling (a single-family townhome). You are responsible for maintaining your dwelling, lot, and private utility lines from the meter to your home. The association maintains common areas and special common areas, but party walls are shared equally between adjoining owners.
• Leasing & rentals: Leasing your dwelling is allowed and is not considered a business activity. The document does not set a minimum lease term in the provided text, but other restrictions (like the association's rules) may apply.
• Business activities: Home-based businesses are permitted only if they are not visible or detectable from outside, generate no extra traffic, and comply with all laws. No commercial sign or solicitation is allowed. The association's board has discretion to determine if a business violates the residential character.
• Architectural review: Any construction, alteration, or improvement (including fences, landscaping changes, and solar devices) requires prior written approval from the Architectural Reviewer (the declarant during the development period, then an HOA committee). You must submit plans and obtain approval before starting work.
• Party walls & shared structures: Common walls between townhomes are party walls. Both owners share equally in maintenance and repair costs, unless one owner caused the damage. No openings or alterations may be made without the adjoining owner's consent and architectural approval. Disputes go to mediation and binding arbitration.
• Easements & access: The association has an easement to enter your lot for inspections, maintenance, emergencies, and enforcing rules. You have an easement to access neighboring lots and common areas for necessary maintenance, with advance notice and limited hours (8am-6pm weekdays). Utility easements also exist.
• Assessments & fees: The HOA levies regular annual assessments, special assessments, and service-area assessments on all lots. The document does not specify the initial amount. Nonpayment can lead to a lien and foreclosure. Working capital assessments are also authorized.
• What this document doesn't cover: This declaration does not include the full set of rules: a Community Manual, Design Guidelines, and Board Resolutions may contain additional restrictions on pets, parking, trash, antennas, flags, signs, and other day-to-day matters. You must also comply with all city ordinances and applicable laws.

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.