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Here are some of the more frequently asked questions received by the the HOA. Please click on the question to view the answer. What is a Homeowners' Association and what is its purpose? What Do HOA Assessments Pay For? What is the Board of Directors and what do they do? How do I contact my Board of Directors? What are deed restrictions and do I have to abide by them? When does the Association hold meetings? What
is the Architectural Control Committee (ACC)? Do I need approval to make exterior improvements to my property? What if I make changes to my property without ACC approval? If I get a building permit from the city, do I still need ACC approval? What does the ACC base its decision on? Who do I contact regarding concerns in the community?
What is a Homeowners' Association and what is its purpose? Homeowners' Associations are non-profit corporations that exist to help preserve property values through architectural controls, design guidelines and deed restrictions. Additionally, Associations provide for the maintenance of common areas and community facilities through the collection of assessments. What Do HOA Assessments Pay For?
Please keep in mind that this represents only a portion of the services that homeowner assessments provide for the community. These services include collecting Association assessments and maintaining the Association's books and records, enforcing your Declarations of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions, performing regular property inspections and maintaining the common areas in a manner consistent with the Association's budget and Board instruction. The Board of Directors have many responsibilities, including continual review of the Association's budget to decide if current homeowner assessments are sufficient in order to fund the community's upcoming annual expenditures, such as landscape maintenance, water and electrical increases. It is important to note in September of 1999 a consumer protection law was passed which entitles homeowners to be informed that they are buying a home in an association and what it all involves. We hope this information will be helpful. What is the Board of Directors and what do they do? The Board is responsible for establishing and approving the annual budget for the Association. In addition, the Board has the authority to make reasonable rules and regulations for the operation and use of any property owned by the Association. The current directors are three (3) "Declarant" members. The Declarant is the owner of the real property. Once the Association is transitioned from the "Declarant" to homeowners, homeowners who are elected fill the Board seats to the Board through a majority vote of homeowners who are Members of the Association. How do I contact my Board of Directors? For immediate response, please contact Kevin Ross with Lone Star Association Management, Inc. at 469-384-2088, extension 106 or kross@lonestarmanagement.com What are deed restrictions and do I have to abide by them? Deed restrictions, also called "protective covenants," are rules that govern the Association and its members. The deed restrictions and architectural controls set forth in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions ensure the preservation of the original architectural design. For example, must keep fences in good repair…… You should have received a copy of the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions from the title company when you closed on your home. Extra copies may be obtained from Lone Star Association Management, Inc. at $25.00 each. When does the Association hold meetings? The Association Bylaws require that an annual meeting be held one (1) time each year on a date and time set by the Board of Directors. The Board may call a special meeting if needed with proper notification to all homeowners. What
is the Architectural Control Committee (ACC)? The Architectural Control Committee reviews applications for exterior improvements to the home or lot. The ACC is established and defined in the Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions for the Association. The spirit behind the ACC is to uphold the aesthetic quality of the neighborhood and to protect the value of your home by maintaining the standards set forth in the Declaration.
Yes. Any alterations or additions to the exterior of your property must be approved in writing by the ACC. To obtain an ACC Request form, please contact Susan Esselman at Lone Star Association Management, Inc..
Everyone must seek ACC approval in writing before making external changes to their property. If you make changes without ACC approval, your investment could be at risk. Additionally, if your modifications are outside the guidelines of the ACC, you may be required to remove or reverse your improvement. If I get a building permit from the city, do I still need ACC approval? Yes. Approval from the city does not constitute approval from the ACC. The Committee still requires that your plans be submitted in writing for review. If the ACC approves the modification for my neighbor, can I assume that the same modification will be approved for me? No. Each property and project is different. Applications are reviewed and based on the individual characteristics and circumstances for each property. Always submit for ACC approval before making changes to your property. What does the ACC base its decision on? The
ACC bases its decision on: Who do I contact regarding concerns in the community? Contact your Lone Star Association Management, Inc. Team. |
