1897 Townhomes Community, Inc.

What 1897 Townhomes Community, Inc.'s governing documents say

This is a townhome community in Plano, TX, governed by a homeowners association (HOA). The document is the amended and restated declaration of covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) that applies to all owners, residents, and tenants. It sets out the rules for living in the community, including use restrictions, rental rules, and maintenance responsibilities.

• What you own & maintain: You own your townhome lot and the building on it, but the association maintains common areas, shared mailboxes, and certain exterior elements like fencing and irrigation. Owners are responsible for their own interior, landscaping, and any damage to common areas.
• Leasing & rentals: Rentals are allowed but must be for a term of at least six months, and the entire lot must be rented (no partial rentals). The board must approve all leases in advance, and there is a lease processing fee (up to $500).
• Pets: Household pets are allowed but must be registered, licensed, and vaccinated. Pets cannot be left unattended outdoors, and the board can require removal if a pet becomes a nuisance.
• Parking & vehicles: Street parking is limited to owners/residents and only for up to 48 consecutive hours unless there's an emergency. Vehicles must be operable and cannot block driveways or traffic. Garages must be used for parking, not storage.
• Architectural review: Any exterior changes, including construction, roofing, solar panels, swimming pools, and hot tubs, require prior written approval from the Architectural Control Committee (ACC). Certain items like flags and antennas have specific rules.
• Use restrictions: The property is for single-family residential use only. Businesses are prohibited, as are clotheslines, window air conditioners, and exterior speakers. Trash must be kept in covered containers and screened from view.
• Assessments & fees: The association levies regular, special, and working capital assessments. Transfer fees include a $250 transfer fee, a $340 resale certificate fee, and a working capital assessment equal to six months of regular assessments.
• Dispute resolution: Disputes involving common areas, party walls, or other issues must go through negotiation, mediation, and binding arbitration as outlined in the declaration.

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.