Regulation of firearms
- Statute:
- Texas Sec.209.019 · Chapter PR-209 (Property Code Ch. 209 (Texas Residential Property Owners Protection Act))
- Topic:
- Member Rights · Firearms
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
HOAs may not adopt or enforce restrictive covenants that prohibit lawful possession, transportation, or storage of firearms by owners or their guests.
📄 Read the official text at statutes.capitol.texas.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Regulation of firearms
SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member.
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- What does Texas Sec.209.019 require?
- HOAs may not adopt or enforce restrictive covenants that prohibit lawful possession, transportation, or storage of firearms by owners or their guests.
- Who does Texas Sec.209.019 apply to?
- Texas Sec.209.019 applies to HOA associations in Texas.
- What happens if our HOA doesn't comply with Sec.209.019?
- 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.209.019?
- 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 Regulation of firearms?
- SoShiny tracks every member, owner, and renter at the unit level with the contact details and access rights this statute protects. Privacy-respecting by default, with statutory directory disclosures and opt-outs handled per-member. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Texas Sec.209.019 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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