Owner Resources
*** Please note that the Governing Documents and Rules & Regulations for Section 1A are not the same as those for Sections 2 and 1B.
Governing Documents
A Condominium Declaration is a fundamental document, similar to a constitution for the project, that establishes the existence of and further governs the use and maintenance of a condominium property. It is regulated by the Condominium Act and it includes legal descriptions of the condominium and of each individual unit, the nature and scope of the project. It basically describes the responsibilities of the owner and association plus the physical nature of the property. It contains several provisions regarding the use of the condominium units and common areas. It provides information regarding each unit’s boundaries as well as its share of common expenses, which common elements are “exclusive use,” such as a patio, balcony, or carport space.
The By-Laws is a document that sets forth the rules and laws established by an Association under the State of Texas to regulate itself. It establishes the structure and election of the Board of Directors, legal responsibilities and election details. It is a separate document that is an attachment to the Condominium Declaration.
The Rules and Regulations of the Association have been amended five times since the inception of Association and currently consist of 28 separate provisions. Many of the provisions include lengthy subparagraphs covering numerous subjects including parking, pets, leasing of units, Common Element use, and fines to owners for violations. The Rules and Regulations may be amended by the Board of Directors as needed. The Rules and Regulations, as amended and filed with the County Clerk, are an attachment to the Condominium Declaration. This document should be reviewed by every owner or potential owner on an annual basis.
A memorandum that describes in detail the responsibilities of the individual owner based on the Condominium Declaration and Rules & Regulations. The memorandum details the responsibilities by building component or system. This document has been vetted by the Association’s attorney.
A simple document that summarizes the information contained in the Owner Responsibility Memo plus other miscellaneous items. The summary divides various building components in either an owner or association responsibilities.