Architectural Review Guidelines

Welcome to Highland Park North! Planning an upgrade or change to the outside of your home? We're here to help guide you through the process.

Before You Get Started

All exterior changes—such as roofing, fencing, paint colors, native landscaping, solar panels, patios, pergolas, pools, room additions, replacement windows and doors, concrete work, etc.—require written pre-approval from the Architectural Control Committee (ACC) before any work begins.

Please scroll to the bottom of this page to download: 

    • CC&R Supplemental Guidelines
    • Declaration of Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions
    • ACC Improvement Request Application

Important Things to Know

  • No Cost to Apply: Submitting an ACC application before work begins is completely free!

  • Avoid Late Fees: If an application is submitted after work has already started or finished, a $25 fee will be applied to your HOA account, and unapproved changes may incur compliance fines.

  • Email Communication: All updates regarding your application will be sent to the primary owner’s email address registered in Townsq.

    • Please make sure your email in Townsq is up to date before applying.

    • Add no-reply@email.smartwebs.com to your email client's "Safe Senders" list so you don't miss important updates.

    • Managing Vendors: The ACC communicates directly with primary homeowners. It is the owner's responsibility to share approvals or details with contractors and vendors.

Application & Review Timeline

  1. Complete Details: Please ensure your application includes all required documents and details. Missing information may delay your review or result in a denial. The most often missing document is your survey plat. This is required for anything added or moved on your lot.

  2. Review Window: The committee works hard to review requests as quickly as possible. Please allow up to 30 days for a final decision. If you have an emergency repair, please note that in the form and we'll do our best to expedite.

Have questions or need help? Check out the Supplemental Guidelines or contact the ACC anytime—we're happy to assist!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Have a quick question about paint, trees, fences, or backyard structures? We’ve got answers!

🎨 Paint Colors

We don't currently have a list of pre-approved paint colors, but painters can easily scan and determine your exact shades at local paint stores. When filling out your application, simply provide the manufacturer color name and color number. Please note: Neon, psychedelic, fluorescent, or bright shiny colors will not be approved.

🌳 Tree Limbs Overhanging Fences

  • Trimming Boundaries: Under Texas law, your neighbor isn't required to trim a healthy tree just because branches hang over into your yard. However, you are welcome to trim any branches or roots that cross your property line.

  • Good Neighbor Rules: Be sure not to trim past the property line or step onto your neighbor’s lot without permission, as that’s considered trespassing.

🏡 Sheds & Greenhouses (Accessory Buildings)

  • ACC Approval: All sheds, greenhouses, and accessory structures require pre-approval before installation.

  • One Building Limit: Per the City Unified Development Code (Section 4.2.4.D), lots are limited to one accessory building—meaning you can have either a shed or a greenhouse, but not both.

  • City Permits: If your structure is larger than 200 sq. ft. or includes electricity, you’ll also need a building permit from the City of Pflugerville.

🪵 Shared Fences & Maintenance

  • Property Line Fences: Fences separating neighboring homes were built on the property line, making them shared fences maintained jointly by both homeowners.

  • Common Area Fences: Fences that border community common areas are set back on the individual homeowner's lot, so maintenance for those is 100% the homeowner's responsibility.

  • Dispute Resolution: Please note that the HOA is unable to mediate cost-sharing disputes between neighbors for fence repairs or replacements.

🚗 Corner Lots & Traffic Visibility (Sight Triangles)

  • To keep our neighborhood streets safe, fences must not block driver visibility at intersections or corners, per City of Pflugerville Ordinance 99.01. The City Engineer determines if a fence creates a sight obstruction.