The Architecture of Community Governance

State Bar of Texas - Advanced Property Owners Association Law

09.09.22

Drawing on over 30 years of experience, Winstead Shareholder Bob Burton illustrates different architectural models for community governance, emphasizing the importance of thoughtful design in creating successful and sustainable communities. Just as an architect considers form, aesthetics, and functionality when designing a building, a community governance architect must consider the interplay of rules, procedures, and policies to create a cohesive and manageable system.  This involves drafting various interconnected documents like deed restrictions, bylaws, and management policies, which together form the framework of the community. The choice of which framework to employ depends on factors such as location, regulations, and the nature of the community itself.  Read full article here.