Garland, TX HOA Rules: Dispute Resolution (2026)
Key Facts
- Hearing Rights
- Tex. Prop. Code 209.007
- City Mediation
- Not available
- Forum
- District court
- Attorney Fees
- Recoverable (209.008)
Summary
The City does not mediate HOA disputes. Residents use internal HOA processes, civil courts, or alternative dispute resolution under Chapter 209.
Sec. 209.007. HEARING BEFORE BOARD; ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION. (a) Except as provided by Subsection (d) and only if the owner is entitled to an opportunity to cure the violation, the owner has the right to submit a written request for a hearing to discuss and verify facts and resolve the matter in issue before the board. ... (c) The association shall hold a hearing under this section not later than the 30th day after the date the board receives the owner's request for a hearing and shall notify the owner of the date, time, and place of the hearing not later than the 10th day before the date of the hearing. ... (e) An owner or property owners' association may use alternative dispute resolution services.
Full Breakdown
Texas Property Code Section 209.007 requires HOAs to give owners notice and an opportunity to cure or request a hearing before imposing fines or suspending privileges. Owners may request mediation or arbitration if provided in their governing documents. The City of Garland has no jurisdiction over HOA internal disputes and does not provide mediation services for HOA matters.
Violations & Fines
If an HOA fails to follow Chapter 209 procedures, owners may seek declaratory or injunctive relief in district court and may recover attorney's fees under Section 209.008.
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