Bill > HB2269

This bill modifies Texas property code to further limit property owners' associations' (HOAs) ability to regulate landscaping. Currently, HOAs are prohibited from enforcing rules that restrict property owners from implementing environmentally friendly landscaping practices like composting, using rain barrels, installing efficient irrigation systems, and using drought-resistant landscaping. The bill adds a new provision that prevents HOAs from requiring property owners to plant, install, or maintain living grass or turf as part of their landscaping. This means homeowners would have more flexibility in choosing their landscaping methods, potentially allowing for alternatives like xeriscaping, native plant gardens, or artificial turf. The law is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving HOAs and property owners time to adjust to the new regulations. The bill aims to promote water conservation, reduce maintenance requirements, and provide homeowners with more autonomy in managing their property's landscape.

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