Texas HOA Rules for Artificial Turf: What You Need to Know

Texas law supports water-wise landscaping, but HOA rules vary. Here’s the landscape.

Texas Property Code 202.007

This law prohibits HOAs from banning:

• Drought-resistant landscaping
• Water-conserving plants
• Xeriscaping in general

Does This Include Artificial Turf?

Interpretation varies:

• Some argue turf is “drought-resistant”
• Others say it’s not “landscaping”
• Legal cases have gone both ways

Common HOA Positions

Approve with Conditions

Most common. Requirements often include:

• Quality/realistic appearance
• Professional installation
• Specific product approval
• Maintenance standards

Outright Approval

Growing number of HOAs proactively allow synthetic turf, especially during droughts.

Restrictions

Some HOAs limit:

• Front yard installation only
• Percentage of yard coverage
• Specific approved products

Prohibition

Rare but exists. Usually in older CC&Rs. May be legally challengeable under Texas law.

Getting Approval

1. Review your CC&Rs thoroughly
2. Request ARC (Architectural Review Committee) meeting
3. Bring samples and specifications
4. Cite water savings and law
5. Offer compromises if needed

We Can Help

Fairway Turf provides:

• HOA-ready specification sheets
• Professional samples
• Reference installations
• Guidance through approval process

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