Oak Lakes

What Oak Lakes's governing documents say

Oak Lakes Addition is a single-family residential subdivision in Denton County, Texas. The covenants run with the land and are enforced by property owners, not a homeowners association. These rules apply to all lot owners and residents, focusing on land use, building standards, and common nuisances.

• Residential use only (with exception): All lots are for private residence use only, except Block K, Lots 11-18, which are reserved for business. No commercial or business activities are allowed on residential lots, and no structure other than a first-class residence with customary outbuildings is permitted.
• Minimum home size & construction: Every residence must have at least 900 square feet on the ground floor (excluding open porches and garages). Frame buildings and wooden fences must be painted with at least two coats of paint.
• Building setbacks & location: No building may be within 30 feet of the front lot line. Side setbacks are at least 10 feet, except detached garages or outbuildings located 60 feet or more from the front lot line. Business buildings have different setbacks (10 ft front/side, 3 ft interior lot lines if masonry).
• Prohibited structures & uses: No trailer, basement, tent, shack, garage, barn, or other building may be used as a residence. No existing building may be moved onto a lot without the corporation's consent.
• Pets & animals: Only domestic pets are allowed; no livestock or poultry. Horses may be kept only on a separate adjoining lot designated for that purpose.
• Signs: Signs are limited to one professional sign (max 1 sq ft), one property sale/rent sign (max 5 sq ft), and builder signs during construction and sales. No other signs are allowed.
• Nuisance & waste: No noxious or offensive trade/activity is permitted. Lots must not be used as dumping grounds; trash must be kept in sanitary containers. Incinerators must be kept clean.
• Utility easements & water assessment: The corporation retains a 5-foot utility easement along front lot lines (1962 version) and additional rear easements (1965 version). A $3.00 per front foot water assessment is reserved on each lot (1965 version).

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.