Architectural Review: Arlington vs Mansfield

Can my HOA deny my solar panel installation?

No for a complete denial, but yes for reasonable aesthetic conditions. Under TX Property Code 202.007, HOAs cannot prohibit solar energy devices, but they can require them on certain roof faces, screened from street view where feasible, or in a specific color, so long as restrictions do not substantially reduce efficiency or add more than 10 percent cost.

What if the ACC denies my application without explanation?

Under TX Property Code 209.00505, the denial must be in writing with specific reasons. You have the right to appeal to the full board. If the HOA ignores statutory procedure, you may have a cause of action for declaratory relief and attorneys fees.

Can my Mansfield HOA deny solar panels?

Only on narrow statutory grounds under Section 202.010. They cannot impose blanket bans, and denials must be based on specific aesthetic criteria in the governing documents.

What happens if the ARC never responds?

If the CCR or governing documents include a deemed-approval clause (common in Texas associations), silence past the deadline treats the application as approved. Document your submission date.