Can my HOA fine me for parking violations?
Reviewed May 2026📘 Short Answer
Yes. Texas HOAs can impose fines for parking violations if the restriction is in the deed restrictions or adopted rules. Under Texas Property Code §209.006, the HOA must give written notice of the violation with a reasonable cure period, and the owner must have an opportunity to appear before the board before any fine is assessed. Condominiums are excluded from Chapter 209 and may be governed by Chapter 82 or, for some older regimes, Chapter 81.
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⚖️ Relevant Texas Law
- § Tex. Prop. Code §209.006 — Requires written notice, a chance to cure certain violations, and hearing rights before many HOA fines or enforcement actions.
- § Tex. Prop. Code §209.007 — Gives owners the right to request a hearing before the board.
🏠 What This Means for Homeowners
The HOA must identify the specific parking rule violated and follow the full notice and hearing process. A parking fine without proper notice is unenforceable.
- ✓ Check that the parking restriction is actually in the deed restrictions or adopted rules
- ✓ Verify you received a written violation notice before any fine was assessed
- ✓ Confirm the notice gave you time to cure (move the vehicle, correct the violation)
- ✓ If the fine proceeded without notice or a hearing, dispute it in writing
- ✓ Attend the board hearing to present your defense if the violation is disputed
Check if your Texas HOA parking fine followed the required process
Ask Lexi about your violation or fine🏢 What This Means for Boards and Managers
Parking fines must go through the same notice and hearing process as all other fines. Towing without notice may create liability.
- ✓ Cite the specific parking restriction in the violation notice
- ✓ Give a reasonable cure period in the notice before fines begin
- ✓ Offer the owner an opportunity to appear before the board
- ✓ Only assess the fine after the hearing process is complete
- ✓ Document violations with photos and the date/time of the violation
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ✕ Fining for parking without any prior written notice
- ✕ Not giving the member a cure period to move the vehicle
- ✕ Combining parking fines with towing without governing document authority
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Last reviewed: 2026-05-09 · Version 2026.2