Does my HOA have to hold an annual meeting in Texas?
Reviewed May 2026📘 Short Answer
Yes. Under Texas Property Code §209.0058, Texas HOAs must hold at least one annual member meeting per year. The HOA must give at least 10 days' written notice of the meeting to all members. The annual meeting is when board elections are typically held and members can raise concerns.
⚖️ Relevant Texas Law
- § Tex. Prop. Code §209.0058 — Governs HOA ballots and voting procedures.
- § Tex. Prop. Code §209.014 — Requires Texas HOAs to hold annual member meetings and elections.
- § Tex. Prop. Code §209.0056 — Governs notice requirements for HOA elections and member votes.
- § Tex. Bus. Org. Code §22.155 — Requires annual meetings for most Texas nonprofit corporations, including many HOAs.
🏠 What This Means for Homeowners
The annual meeting is your primary opportunity to vote for board members and raise concerns directly with the board.
- ✓ Watch for the annual meeting notice — at least 10 days before the meeting
- ✓ Attend in person or submit a proxy if you cannot attend
- ✓ Review the agenda in advance — board elections and financial reports are typical items
- ✓ Use the member comment period to raise concerns
- ✓ If your HOA fails to hold an annual meeting, you can petition a court to order one
Know your rights at your Texas HOA annual meeting
Ask Lexi about your records request🏢 What This Means for Boards and Managers
The annual meeting is a statutory requirement. Failure to hold one exposes the board to legal challenges and undermines the validity of board decisions.
- ✓ Schedule the annual meeting at least once per fiscal year
- ✓ Send notice to all members at least 10 days before the meeting
- ✓ Include board elections on the agenda if director terms are expiring
- ✓ Allow a member comment or open forum period
- ✓ Document attendance, quorum, and votes in the meeting minutes
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ✕ Skipping the annual meeting — a violation of §209.0058 and the governing documents
- ✕ Giving less than 10 days' notice of the annual meeting
- ✕ Not including a board election when director terms are expiring
People Also Ask
What happens if a Texas HOA doesn't hold an annual meeting?
Members can petition a district court to order the HOA to hold a meeting. The failure to hold annual meetings can also be grounds to challenge the validity of board decisions made without proper member participation.
Can a Texas HOA hold the annual meeting virtually?
Yes, if the governing documents permit virtual or hybrid meetings and the meeting platform allows all members to participate and vote. Texas law was updated to allow electronic meetings for nonprofit corporations.
Related Questions
This topic is covered in detail in: → Records & Transparency Guide
Last reviewed: 2026-05-09 · Version 2026.2