Texas Property Code Section 209.007 assures homeowners will have a right to a hearing to appeal fines for violations of Restrictions. Homeowners may request a hearing by the Board of Directors by email or in writing by US Mail at:
INDIAN OAKS HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
PO BOX 909
QUINLAN, TEXAS 75474
Each lot will be used as a residence for a single family home. With only 1 residence per lot.
1. All new construction within the HOA must be approved by the architectural committee and must conform to HOA bylaws and covenants along with all city codes.
2. Any structure that is not approved by the architectural committee shall not be constructed.
3. If construction commences before the approval of the architectural committee, a fine of up to $500.00 may be assessed.
4. A notice of the fine and a demand to cease construction shall be sent by certified letter and 1st Class Mail to the owner of the property, who is responsible for the actions of the construction contractors.
Only one structure or outbuilding used for storage, hobby shop or other non-prohibited purpose may be on a lot. Storage building is not to exceed 600 square feet
1. A certified letter will be sent demanding that construction be halted immediately and until the structure is approved by the architectural committee.
2. If construction is not approved or halted, a certified letter will be sent to the property owner requesting removal of additional structures within 30 days of receipt of the letter.
3. If structure is not approved or removed within 30 days, an initial fine of up to $200 will be assessed and a fine of up to $50.00 per day will be levied against the property thereafter.
4. A fine of $50 per day shall be assessed if construction continues after notice is received.
5. The HOA has the right to request that a structure be torn down if it does not meet with HOA standards or city codes.
6. Unless approved by the Architectural Control Committee, all structures must be completed within 6 months of starting construction. A fine of $10 per day may be assessed for any construction left in an incomplete status for longer than 6 months.
The owners or occupants of all lots shall at all times keep weeds and grass thereon cut in a sanitary, healthful, and attractive manner. Landscaping and lawn care shall be eye pleasing
If an owner falls to mow and neatly maintain a lot, the Association may mow and maintain the lot and recover reimbursement for actual expenses incurred in maintenance of the lot.
1. Definition of a sanitary, healthful, and attractive manner means that grass should be not taller than 6 inches. Grass that grows above 6 inches is considered to be a violation of Section 17. 3.
2. A warning letter will be sent notifying homeowner that the lot must be mowed within 14 days.
3. If the lot is not mowed within 14 days, then a certified letter will be sent notifying that the Association is assessing a fine of $50 and will also have the lot mowed and charged for actual expenses incurred.