The Ranch (TX)

What The Ranch (TX)'s governing documents say

The Ranch is a single-family home HOA in Murphy, Texas, governed by a Declaration of Covenants, Conditions & Restrictions (CC&Rs). This document is the full rulebook for homeowners, covering architectural control, use restrictions, assessments, and enforcement. The excerpt also includes an annexation amendment adding Phase 3 to the community.

• What you own & maintain: You own your house lot and are responsible for maintaining the dwelling, fences, sidewalks, and landscaping. The association maintains common areas, including formal entrances, screening walls, and any common landscaping.
• Architectural review: Any construction, alteration, or improvement visible from a common area requires prior written approval from the Architectural Control Committee (ACC). If the ACC doesn't respond within 60 days, the request is deemed approved. Repainting with an approved color scheme or rebuilding per original plans doesn't need approval.
• Use restrictions: Lots are for residential use only. No temporary structures, mobile homes, or campers may be occupied as residences. Driveways can't be used for storage or vehicle repair. Garage doors must stay closed. Hunting and shooting are prohibited. Exterior fires are limited to barbecue grills.
• Leasing & rentals: Leases must be in writing and subject to the governing documents. Owners are responsible for tenant compliance and must notify tenants of rules. The association can enforce rules directly against tenants if owners don't.
• Pets & animals: Animals are allowed but subject to association rules. No commercial use or food animals are permitted. The board can regulate types, sizes, numbers, and locations.
• Vehicles & parking: The board can regulate vehicle types, sizes, numbers, and locations. Without board approval, no vehicles deemed a nuisance or unsightly may be kept. Street parking may be restricted.
• Assessments & fees: All lots share uniform assessments. The board can levy regular, special, and individual assessments. Delinquent assessments accrue interest and late fees, and the association has a lien on your property that can be foreclosed.
• Enforcement & penalties: The association can fine, suspend common area use and voting rights, and use self-help to abate violations. It can also sue for damages and attorney's fees. The board has discretion in enforcing rules.

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.