Our initial scan found 3 potential issues in your governing documents.
We checked the 2 public PDFs on The Gates at Waters Edge HOA’s website against current Texas (Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 209, Ch. 202 & Ch. 82) and federal HOA law—and more issues may exist depending on the documents you load.
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The Gates at Waters Edge Governing Documents · Sec. 6.18 · Page 35
Blanket ban, sub-1-meter size cap, or prior approval requirement on satellite dishes or antennas is preempted by federal FCC OTARD regulations.
Operative Clause · Sec. 6.18 (Page 35)
“antennas~ aerials. satellite dishes, or other apparatus shall be perlllitted which transmit television, radio~ satellite .or other signals of any kind shall be placed~ allowed, or maintained upon any…”
Why It’s Flagged
47 C.F.R. § 1.4000 (FCC OTARD Rule)
The FCC Over-the-Air Reception Devices rule (47 C.F.R. § 1.4000, as expanded by the 2021 OTARD Report and Order, FCC 21-10) preempts community association restrictions that prohibit, charge application fees for, require prior architectural approval for, or impose sub-1-meter (39.37-inch) diameter caps on the installation, maintenance, or use of television broadcast antennas, direct-broadcast satellite dishes 1 meter or less in diameter, and fixed wireless broadband antennas (including hub and relay antennas) situated on property within the exclusive use or control of the owner/tenant.
Sample Discussion Wording for HOA Counsel
For Board & Counsel Review
1antennas~ aerials. satellite dishes, or other apparatus shall be perlllitted which transmit television, radio~ satellite .or other signals of any kind shall be placed~ allowed, or maintained upon any 'portion of the Property.
2[FEDERAL OTARD CARVEOUT]: Provided that this restriction shall not prohibit or require prior approval for any owner or occupant installing an antenna, fixed wireless broadband hub/relay device, or satellite dish of one meter (39.37 inches) or less in diameter within areas under the owner's or occupant's exclusive use or control, in accordance with FCC OTARD regulations (47 C.F.R. § 1.4000).
REMAINING INITIAL FINDINGS & FULL DOCUMENT SET
2 Additional Issues Flagged in Initial Scan
Unlock exact page coordinates, statutory citations, and counsel discussion notes for all 2 remaining issues—plus load up to 10 PDFs for complete review.
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What the Full Analysis Checks & How It Works
Statutory & Federal Check: Audits up to 10 PDFs (CC&Rs, Bylaws, Rules & Amendments) against Texas statutes (Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 209, Ch. 202 & Ch. 82), Federal law, and local codes.
Cross-Document Hierarchy Check: Flags internal contradictions where Rules, Policies, or Bylaws conflict with your recorded Declaration.
Marked-Up PDFs for Board & Counsel: Boxes each issue on the source page with the controlling statute cited and sample discussion wording.
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The Gates at Waters Edge HOA & Texas Governing Document Audit FAQ
Answers for HOA board members, community association managers (CAMs), association legal counsel, and homeowners reviewing The Gates at Waters Edge HOA’s governing documents under Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 209, Ch. 202 & Ch. 82.
Homeowners & Community OverviewWhat governing documents were audited for The Gates at Waters Edge HOA in Lake Dallas, Texas?
TrueHOA Crystal AI scanned 2 public governing PDF(s) associated with The Gates at Waters Edge HOA (Lake Dallas, Texas), including ACC NEW HOUSE Application & Process and The Gates at Waters Edge Governing Documents (primary excerpt: The Gates at Waters Edge Governing Documents), parsing 215 operative clauses with exact PDF page coordinates. The audit checks CC&Rs (Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions), Bylaws, Articles of Incorporation, and Rules & Regulations against 47 C.F.R. § 1.4000 (FCC OTARD Rule) and Texas Residential Property Owners Protection Act (Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 209, Ch. 202 & Ch. 207) & Uniform Condominium Act (Ch. 82).
HOA Board of DirectorsWhy did The Gates at Waters Edge HOA’s governing documents flag 3 potential compliance issues, and what should the Board do?
Older HOA Declarations, Bylaws, and Operating Rules frequently contain provisions superseded by subsequent amendments to Texas Residential Property Owners Protection Act (Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 209, Ch. 202 & Ch. 207) & Uniform Condominium Act (Ch. 82) or federal law, or internal hierarchy conflicts where board rules contradict the recorded Declaration. The 3 flagged clauses highlight areas where The Gates at Waters Edge HOA’s Board of Directors and association counsel can proactively update policies, avoid unenforceable fine or enforcement disputes, and fulfill board fiduciary duties.
HOA & Real Estate AttorneysHow does TrueHOA Crystal AI check Texas HOA governing documents under Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 209, Ch. 202 & Ch. 82 for association counsel?
TrueHOA Crystal AI ($699 one-time for up to 10 governing PDFs) evaluates every clause against federal law (Fair Housing Act, OTARD 47 C.F.R. § 1.4000 telecommunications rules, federal solar/bankruptcy protections), Texas Residential Property Owners Protection Act (Tex. Prop. Code Ch. 209, Ch. 202 & Ch. 207) & Uniform Condominium Act (Ch. 82), local codes, and cross-document hierarchy (Recorded Declaration > Articles > Bylaws > Rules). Every PDF page is widened by 340pt on the right margin with exact paragraph bounding boxes, statutory citations (47 C.F.R. § 1.4000 (FCC OTARD Rule)), and non-repetitive discussion wording prepared for HOA legal counsel.
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