McKinney, TX HOA Rules: Architectural Review (2026)
Key Facts
- ARC Statute
- 209.00505
- Appeal
- To full board
- Solar
- 202.010 protects
- Xeriscape
- 202.007 protects
- Generators
- 202.019 protects
Summary
Texas Property Code §209.00505 governs McKinney HOA architectural review committees, requiring written decisions and an appeal route to the board; state law also preempts HOA bans on religious displays, solar panels, drought-resistant landscaping, and standby generators.
"architectural review authority" means the governing authority for the review and approval of improvements within a subdivision.(b) This section:(1) applies only to a property owners' association that consists of more than 40 lots; and(2) does not apply during a development period or during any period in which the declarant:(A) appoints at least a majority of the members of the architectural review authority or otherwise controls the appointment of the architectural review authority; or(B) has the right to veto or modify a decision of the architectural review authority.(c) Expired.(d) A decision by the architectural review authority denying an application or request by an owner for the construction of improvements in the subdivision may be appealed to the board.
Full Breakdown
ARC decisions must be in writing and state the reason for any denial. Owners denied a modification are entitled to appeal to the board, which must hold a hearing. State law limits HOA authority on specific items: solar devices (§202.010), religious items at entry (§202.018), drought-resistant landscaping and water conservation (§202.007), rainwater harvesting (§202.007), display of the US/Texas flag (§202.011), and standby generators (§202.019). HOAs may impose reasonable aesthetic standards on all of the above but cannot flat-ban. Swimming pool and play structure review is common and must be applied consistently.
Violations & Fines
Arbitrary or discriminatory enforcement is grounds for a §209.008 suit. Declaratory relief and attorney's fees are available to prevailing owners.
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