Rules and Regulations

Can anyone tell me in the state of Texas if a board can change the rules and regulations without bringing it before the community first. Some of the R&R were already in hte bylaws and covenants but some were not. We are being told 2 different things and I would just like this clarified. Thanks

Article VI, Section 6.1 "Association shall have the right to prescribe rules and regulations...governing and restricting the use of Common Areas." Article VII, Section 7.12 Amendments states "At anytime, Owners of the legal title of 75% of the Lots may amend the covenants, conditions and restrictions set forth..." Article V, Section 5.3 states the Board of Directors duties are "to establish and enforce rules...of the Common Areas," and "administer and enforce the covenants...of the declaration."

The new additions had nothing to do with the common areas. It was things like having to keep the garage door shut at all times except for in out access, trash bins cannot be kept on driveway, no parking on the street. Little additions but ended up becoming big problems. We requested a special meeting and the answer was no. So we are now petitioning for a meeting.

Rules and Regulations are an extension of the CC&R's. They explain sections that are ambiguous, and they fill in the gaps. They can not be in conflict with the CC&R's. Our documents require the Rules and Regulations to be recorded by the county recorder before they are effecive. You should check your documents to see what they say.