Where can I find property restrictions/deed restrictions before I buy?

Start by reviewing the title report provided by your title company. This report lists any recorded deed restrictions or covenants that may affect the property you're interested in. Check public records at the county clerk's office where the property is located. Many Texas counties offer online access to property records, including deeds and restrictions. Alternatively, you can visit the county clerk's office in person and request to see the property records. If the property is listed with a real estate agent or brokerage, the listing should indicate whether any deed restrictions apply to the property. You can also ask the agent to provide you with a copy of the deed restrictions. If the property is located in a planned community or subdivision, there may be a property owners association (POA) that governs the use and development of the land. Contact the POA to request a copy of the deed restrictions and other governing documents. For any doubts or concerns about the deed restrictions, consider consulting with a real estate attorney. They can review the restrictions and advise you on any potential legal implications. By following these steps, you can gain a better understanding of any restrictions or covenants that may apply to a property you're interested in. This information will help you make an informed decision about whether the property is the right fit for you.

I recommend you contact the HOA or the Property Management company in charge of the neighborhood. They will tell you how to get the deed restrictions. Some HOA companies may require a fee. Some title companies may be able to give you direction on how to get the restrictions and covenants also. I know that some title companies collect information on neighborhoods/properties for which they issue title insurance.

If you have a hard time figuring out the HOA or Property Management info, your agent should be able to do it for you regardless of whether or not the property that you are interested in is listed or not.

I worked for several home builders and that was something that the sales team would provide to the buyer . All you need to do is ask the sales rep who sold you the home . If they will not give them to you then I would be a little concerned as to why.

You can go to the website of the HOA and request a copy or to get more specific answer, You can call the HOA management company.

Some HOAs will make their deed restrictions/ subdivision rules and regulations available only to the current owners. In this case, you have to contact the listing agent (directly or through your agent). She/he may have them available upon request or may ask the sellers to get them.
Other HOAs will let any potential buyer have the regulations if the buyer pays for them.
So, in short, you have to contact the HOA or the Property Management company in charge of the neighborhood. They will tell you how to get the deed restrictions.
And you can always contact local title companies. I know that some of them collect information on neighborhoods/properties for which they issue title insurance.

If you have hard time figuring out the HOA or Property Management info, your agent should be able to do it for you regardless whether or not the property that you are interested in is listed.

Anna @ 832-205-1654

Hi Daniel,

The listing should have telephone number and/or website address for the HOA of this particular neighborhood. The HOA will be able to provide you with a copy of deed restrictions. Some HOA’s have them listed on their websites.
Hope this helps.

Thank you,
Yvonne Chauvin- REALTOR®
Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene
YvonneChauvin@yvonnechauvin.com
Cell: 281-686-0143