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The community association board meeting is an essential function for the business operations of the association. Not every aspect of association business will be discussed during the meeting. But for single-family associations, Chapter 209 of the Texas Property Code details fifteen (15) items where actions on these items must take place during the open sessionRead more

Beginning on January 1, 2024, Texas POAs will find themselves subject to a new reporting procedure intended to aid in the identification and prosecution of financial crimes. The Corporate Transparency Act (the “Act”) is part of the most significant overhaul of the United States’ bank secrecy and anti-money laundering rules since the Patriot Act. TheRead more

Amidst the recent drama involving Governor Abbott and the Texas Senate following the conclusion of the 88th Texas Legislative Session, a largely unknown bill was able to slip through the legislative process mostly unopposed that could have drastic implications on our communities. This bill involves Trap, Neuter & Release (“TNR”) programs and feral cats. BeforeRead more

On March 2, 2021, Governor Abbott signed Executive Order GA-34 (the “Order”), providing that the COVID-19 restrictions put in place by past executive orders would be lifted effective March 10, 2021. The COVID-19 restrictions lifted by the Order include but are not limited to the statewide mask mandate, social distancing requirements, limitations on gathering sizes,Read more

By Eric Tonsul The state of Texas has been growing rapidly over the last several years. Millions of new people have moved to the State bringing with them new opportunities via new industry or expansion in existing industries, and the property owners association (POA) industry is no exception. New community managers and board members areRead more

On July 2, 2020, Governor Abbott issued statewide order GA-29, setting forth new measures for reducing the spread of COVID-19 (the “Order”). The Order requires all individuals to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth in the following locations, when it is not feasible to maintain 6’ of distance from others who areRead more

The uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and the economy, and the worry many are feeling about having lost their job or potentially losing their job is causing emotional strain across our communities. Many are seeking an outlet for that emotional strain and are turning to a variety of furry, feathered and scaly friends for emotionalRead more

This coming August marks 3 years since Hurricane Harvey devastated Texas. Damage from Hurricane Harvey is estimated at $128.8 billion dollars, and over 30,000 people were displaced, and 200,000 homes and businesses were damaged or destroyed1. For the Houston area in particular, in the past five years we have seen numerous devastating storms in additionRead more

You have wanted to get more involved in your community. You run for, and win a spot on the Board of your community association. You have met your fellow Board members, and you are excited to get down to business and make changes to the community that you have been dreaming about making for years…onlyRead more

By Marc Markel, Greg Godkin and Clint Brown The world is going through uncertain times while dealing with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. No one is immune from the fallout of COVID-19, including our community associations. While many legal offices are closed across Texas, our law firm has been able to work remotely with little toRead more