S.B. No. 711 is a legislative bill that amends various sections of the Texas Property Code concerning property owners' associations, particularly focusing on condominium unit owners' associations. The bill introduces a definition for "management company" and mandates that certain associations, specifically those with at least 60 units or those that have contracted with a management company, must make their dedicatory instruments available on a publicly accessible website. Additionally, it requires associations to record a management certificate that includes specific information, such as the association's contact details and the website address where the dedicatory instruments can be found. The bill also stipulates that associations must electronically file these management certificates with the Texas Real Estate Commission.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions that allow associations to charge a fee for resale certificates and outlines the conditions under which property owners can maintain perimeter fencing. It also establishes new requirements for the solicitation of candidates for architectural review authorities within associations, ensuring that members are notified in advance of elections or appointments. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and includes a provision for existing associations to comply with the new electronic filing requirements by March 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Property Code 82.003, Property Code 82.116, Property Code 82.157, Property Code 202.023 (Property Code 82, Property Code 202)
Senate Committee Report: Property Code 82.003, Property Code 82.116, Property Code 82.157, Property Code 202.023 (Property Code 82, Property Code 202)
Engrossed: Property Code 82.003, Property Code 82.116, Property Code 82.157, Property Code 202.023 (Property Code 82, Property Code 202)
House Committee Report: Property Code 82.003, Property Code 82.116, Property Code 82.157, Property Code 202.023 (Property Code 82, Property Code 202)
Enrolled: Property Code 82.003, Property Code 82.116, Property Code 82.157, Property Code 202.023 (Property Code 82, Property Code 202)