Woods of Allen Heights J

What Woods of Allen Heights J's governing documents say

This is the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CC&Rs) for The Woods Of Allen Heights J, a single-family detached home subdivision in McKinney, TX. It establishes a homeowners' association (HOA) that maintains common areas and enforces rules on property use, architecture, and landscaping. The document binds all lot owners and their tenants.

• What you own & maintain: You own your lot and home. The HOA maintains common properties (streets, landscaping, fences, sprinkler systems, etc.). You must maintain your own landscaping in rear and side yards enclosed by solid fences, and keep your lot's front yard and non-fenced side yards in a healthy condition.
• Assessments & fees: Annual maintenance assessments are levied per lot. Initially capped at $30/month (until Jan 1, 1999) but can be increased by the Board up to 25% per year without member vote; larger increases require majority approval. Special assessments may be levied for capital improvements with member approval. Unpaid assessments accrue 18% annual interest and become a lien on the lot.
• Architectural & design standards: All exterior construction, alterations, and landscaping must be approved by the Architectural Control Committee. At least 75% of exterior wall area must be brick, stone, stucco, or approved material. Roofing must be composition with a minimum 30-year life; roofing material and color require approval. Minimum dwelling size is 1,000 square feet (air-conditioned).
• Use restrictions: Lots are for single-family residential use only. No apartments, trailers, or commercial use. No overnight parking of recreational vehicles, boats, or trailers on streets or common areas unless approved. Garage doors must be closed when not in use and equipped with automatic openers.
• Fencing & landscaping: Fences require prior written approval. Only wood fences (double-faced spruce or better) with a minimum height of 6 feet and slats 4–6 inches wide are allowed. No chain link except temporary perimeter fencing during construction. Front yards must have an underground sprinkler system and be fully landscaped within 120 days of occupancy.
• Parking & vehicles: Each home must have a garage for at least two cars. Garage doors must be kept closed when not in use. No parking of recreational vehicles, boats, or trailers on streets or common areas without approval. Parking on unimproved surfaces is prohibited.
• What this document doesn't cover: The document does not address pet limits, short-term rentals, or age restrictions. Lease term minimums and rental caps are not specified.

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.