Association records
- Statute:
- Texas Sec.209.005 · Chapter PR-209 (Property Code Ch. 209 (Texas Residential Property Owners Protection Act))
- Topic:
- Records & Disclosure · Records
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
An owner may request production of association books and records. The association must produce them within 10 business days or 15 business days for older records, at the owner's reasonable cost for copying.
📄 Read the official text at statutes.capitol.texas.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Association records
SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox.
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- What does Texas Sec.209.005 require?
- An owner may request production of association books and records. The association must produce them within 10 business days or 15 business days for older records, at the owner's reasonable cost for copying.
- Who does Texas Sec.209.005 apply to?
- Texas Sec.209.005 applies to HOA associations in Texas.
- What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with Sec.209.005?
- 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.209.005?
- 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 Association records?
- SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Texas Sec.209.005 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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