Relating to the powers and duties of certain property owners' associations.

HB 5225 amends Texas Property Code to regulate how homeowner associations (HOAs) handle fines and assessments. It requires HOAs to create clear policies detailing fine categories, schedules, and hearing procedures, while prohibiting unreasonable fines. The bill also limits annual assessment increases to reasonable amounts and bans HOAs from placing liens for minor fines. Additionally, it allows homeowners to make minor aesthetic improvements like painting or landscaping without HOA approval. This directly affects homeowners in Texas communities governed by property owners' associations.