Texas Sec.209.0091

Prerequisites to foreclosure of assessment lien

Statute:
Texas Sec.209.0091 · Chapter PR-209 (Property Code Ch. 209 (Texas Residential Property Owners Protection Act))
Topic:
Assessments & Finance · Foreclosure prerequisites
Applies to:
HOA associations

Before foreclosing for unpaid assessments, the association must: (1) send written notice by certified mail at least 30 days in advance, (2) state the amount owed and the right to cure, (3) inform the owner of right to enter a payment plan, and (4) inform the owner of the right to a hearing. The notice must include specific statutory language.

foreclosure; prerequisites; notice; 30 days; certified mail; payment plan; right to cure

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Related sections in Chapter PR-209

Frequently asked

What does Texas Sec.209.0091 require?
Before foreclosing for unpaid assessments, the association must: (1) send written notice by certified mail at least 30 days in advance, (2) state the amount owed and the right to cure, (3) inform the owner of right to enter a payment plan, and (4) inform the owner of the right to a hearing. The notice must include specific statutory language.
Who does Texas Sec.209.0091 apply to?
Texas Sec.209.0091 applies to HOA associations in Texas.
What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with Sec.209.0091?
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.209.0091?
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 Prerequisites to foreclosure of assessment lien?
SoShiny calculates per-unit assessments automatically from ownership percentages and tracks payment status against every levy. The unit-level ledger is the audit trail your CPA, attorney, and the board need when an owner disputes a charge. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Texas Sec.209.0091 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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