Restrictive covenants regarding solar energy devices
- Statute:
- Texas Sec.209.012 · Chapter PR-209 (Property Code Ch. 209 (Texas Residential Property Owners Protection Act))
- Topic:
- Architectural Control · Solar protection
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
Restrictive covenants that prohibit or unreasonably restrict installation of solar energy devices are void. The ARC may approve location but cannot ban solar.
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SoShiny runs the full architectural review workflow — submission, photo upload, board review, comments, approval or denial, decision letter — with documented response timelines that meet statutory ARC requirements.
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- What does Texas Sec.209.012 require?
- Restrictive covenants that prohibit or unreasonably restrict installation of solar energy devices are void. The ARC may approve location but cannot ban solar.
- Who does Texas Sec.209.012 apply to?
- Texas Sec.209.012 applies to HOA associations in Texas.
- What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with Sec.209.012?
- 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.209.012?
- 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 Restrictive covenants regarding solar energy devices?
- SoShiny runs the full architectural review workflow — submission, photo upload, board review, comments, approval or denial, decision letter — with documented response timelines that meet statutory ARC requirements. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Texas Sec.209.012 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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