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Good template, Chris. We also added: “Any noise, including parties, loud music, or amplified sound, must be kept within a reasonable level at all times.” Gives us more room to enforce even during the day.

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Yes, we dealt with this last summer. Our board created a “progressive violation” structure (warning, then $50 fine, then $100, and so on). Also, we sent a letter citing local noise ordinances and let them know we’d call the police if it kept happening. That got their attention real fast.

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One of my neighbors said something about my garage door being “the wrong shade of white” lol, but I’m not gonna change it without proof. I’ll definitely check the county records

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Ugh, that sounds frustrating. Have you documented the incidents? It might be helpful to have a record of the disturbances. Also, check your local laws; sometimes there are noise ordinances or parking regulations that could come into play.

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Not sure if there is a law in TX that specifically lets you collect homeowners’ contact information. But if it’s in your CC&Rs, then you can use that.

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Three is the industry standard, yes. But if you can’t find that many companies to begin with, you don’t have to force yourself. Just make sure you made an effort — and to document those efforts so nobody questions your board in the future.

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Actually, this website has a great directory of HOA lawyers. Here’s one in Pearland TX: https://www.hoamanagement.com/find-hoa-lawyers/pearland

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Security cameras are a tricky issue… If your cameras are pointed towards a neighbors window or lawn, then it could be considered a violation of privacy laws… Maybe a neigbor complained and thats why your board found out about the cameras and made you take them down…

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Ah was just about to ask this same exaxt question!!! What a coicnidence

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Might be controversial but had you considered lowering reserve fund contributions?

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You can file a lawsuit in small claims court. Maybe a judge will allow you to shave their wages until they repay their debt to the association.

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If crime prevention and security are your main concerns… might I suggest swapping out the gates for security cameras instead? Having CCTVs in all of your entryways can help deter crime without the need to convert public streets into private ones.

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