Who does Texas Sec.81.204 apply to?

Texas Sec.81.204 applies to Condo associations in Texas.

What happens if our pre-1994 condo doesn't comply with Sec.81.204?

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.81.204?

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.81.204

Liens

Statute:: Texas Sec.81.204 · Chapter PR-81 (Property Code Ch. 81 (Condominium Act, pre-1994))
Topic:: Assessments & Finance · Liens
Applies to:: Condo associations

Establishes the council's lien for unpaid assessments.

lien; assessment; priority; foreclosure

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How SoShiny helps with Liens

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.

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Frequently asked

What does Texas Sec.81.204 require?: Establishes the council's lien for unpaid assessments.
Who does Texas Sec.81.204 apply to?: Texas Sec.81.204 applies to Condo associations in Texas.
What happens if our pre-1994 condo doesn't comply with Sec.81.204?: 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.81.204?: 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 Liens?: 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.81.204 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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