What does it mean to be a HOA Director?

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I hear it almost every day. Board members are “Karens” or “they have too much time on their hands” or they are “dictators”, etc. But what does it really mean to be a director? 


Directors are required to be elected in Texas. Elections generally occur every year. Terms of office range typically from one year to three years and should be staggered. Each association is different, but most associations have between three and seven directors. Every single director is a volunteer, so they are not compensated for their service. Once directors are elected, generally they vote amongst themselves on officer positions. There is most likely a President, Secretary, and a Treasurer. Each officer has their own duties and responsibilities. Though, each director/officer is essential to conduct association business.


Directors help manage the association. They may hire attorneys or management companies/staff to help them. The vendors give the directors advice on certain actions. The board of directors hear member concerns and act accordingly on matters they deem to be important. It is a thankless job. The directors work for the community to keep the association looking nice. It is the responsibility of the directors to follow and enforce the deed restrictions. 


The volunteer position is hard work. The vendors and people working for the association cannot take action without the directors’ instruction. Some members looking from the outside in may get angry with the decisions being made. But, the directors don’t take action lightly. Most likely, the decision was discussed at many meetings and looked at from every direction. The board will look at what is best for the association as a whole. It is a difficult position to be in. But, the director positions are essential to the community and the community benefits by their fellow neighbors serving.


Let us all take a moment and thank those that serve on the HOA Board. 

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