Who does Texas Sec.202.004 apply to?

Texas Sec.202.004 applies to HOA associations in Texas.

What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with Sec.202.004?

Non-compliance with this Texas statute can expose the association and individual directors to civil suit. Texas HOAs are not centrally regulated — enforcement is private. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance if a member challenges a board action.

Where can I read the official text of Texas Sec.202.004?

The official text is published by the Texas Legislature at statutes.capitol.texas.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.

Texas Sec.202.004

Enforcement of restrictive covenants

Statute:: Texas Sec.202.004 · Chapter PR-202 (Property Code Ch. 202 (Restrictive Covenants))
Topic:: Enforcement & Fines · Covenant enforcement
Applies to:: HOA associations

A property owners' association or any owner may sue to enforce restrictive covenants. Court may award statutory damages of up to $200 per day per violation plus attorney fees.

enforcement; restrictive covenant; statutory damages; $200 per day; attorney fees

📄 Read the official text at statutes.capitol.texas.gov →

How SoShiny helps with Enforcement of restrictive covenants

SoShiny tracks each violation through every statutory stage — friendly notice → formal notice → hearing → fine → lien — with photos, dates, owner notification timestamps, and the audit trail Florida courts expect in any enforcement dispute.

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Frequently asked

What does Texas Sec.202.004 require?: A property owners' association or any owner may sue to enforce restrictive covenants. Court may award statutory damages of up to $200 per day per violation plus attorney fees.
Who does Texas Sec.202.004 apply to?: Texas Sec.202.004 applies to HOA associations in Texas.
What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with Sec.202.004?: Non-compliance with this Texas statute can expose the association and individual directors to civil suit. Texas HOAs are not centrally regulated — enforcement is private. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance if a member challenges a board action.
Where can I read the official text of Texas Sec.202.004?: The official text is published by the Texas Legislature at statutes.capitol.texas.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Enforcement of restrictive covenants?: SoShiny tracks each violation through every statutory stage — friendly notice → formal notice → hearing → fine → lien — with photos, dates, owner notification timestamps, and the audit trail Florida courts expect in any enforcement dispute. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Texas Sec.202.004 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Texas-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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