Texas Property Code §202.010 protects homeowners' right to install solar energy devices and limits HOA restrictions. HOAs in Arlington cannot prohibit solar installations but may impose reasonable guidelines for placement.
TX Property Code §202.010 prevents HOAs from prohibiting solar energy devices. HOAs may require that panels be placed in locations not readily visible from the street if such placement does not impair efficiency by more than 10% or increase cost by more than $500. The law applies to both new and existing CC&Rs. HOAs may not require architectural committee approval that would unreasonably delay installation.
HOA restrictions that effectively prohibit solar are void under Texas law. Homeowners may challenge unreasonable restrictions. HOA fines for compliant solar installations are not enforceable.
Arlington, TX
Arlington has no city ordinance regulating residential lawn ornaments, statuary, or religious displays on private property. Property maintenance rules under ...
Arlington, TX
Arlington has no city ordinance specifically regulating residential inflatable holiday displays. Inflatables are permitted on private property subject to rig...
Arlington, TX
Arlington has no city ordinance specifying installation dates, removal deadlines, or brightness limits for residential holiday light displays. Amplified outd...
Arlington, TX
Built-in outdoor kitchens in Arlington require multiple permits through the Community Development and Planning Department: a building permit for the structur...
Arlington, TX
Arlington has no city ordinance specifically regulating residential backyard smokers, pellet grills, or wood-fired ovens. Operation is governed by general nu...
Arlington, TX
Arlington adopts the 2018 International Fire Code under Arlington City Code Chapter 11. IFC § 308.1.4 prohibits open-flame cooking devices and LP-gas contain...
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