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Texas is known for its wide-open spaces and abundance of natural and renewable resources. The large array of land space gives real estate developers the opportunity to lease their property to solar companies to harness renewable resources, much like developers have done for years in the form of mineral rights. Developers do this by enteringRead more

By Clint Brown and Ashley Koirtyohann Hurricane Beryl recently made landfall along the Upper Texas Coast, bringing more devastation and destruction than many had anticipated. For some, the question of what to do next may be overwhelming, leaving board members and even some community managers wondering where to begin on the road to recovery. ThisRead more

Property owners associations (“POA”) are routinely asked to evaluate requests from owners seeking to modify their home or property in some way, or seeking a variance from applicable rules and policies. In addition to ensuring that an owner’s request satisfies the applicable governing documents, the POA may find itself in a situation where there areRead more

The recent tragedy of the collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium building in Surfside, Florida has spotlighted the needs and struggles facing many condominium associations, and their residents, around the country. While no one can guarantee an event such as this will never happen again, associations governing high-rise buildings similar to the Champlain TowersRead more

There are thousands of vendors that work in your area but only a few are utilized for property owners association (POA) work. So, which one do you choose? Selecting the right one can be overwhelming. When looking for a qualified vendor, there are several factors you will want to consider before engaging.  First, who orRead more

COVID-19 and the resulting “stay home” orders has had an enormous impact on the day-to-day operations of condominium associations. While most residents seem to understand why the gym and pool are closed and why management is working remotely, many may question why they are not being allowed to complete in-unit renovations and construction. After all,Read more