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Good Morning Tamarack Shores!

UPDATES- Very Important Information – please read and be mindful to make note of the “bolded” subjects. Thank You for taking the time to read this long post.

1. Our Entrance Sign-Goodness, it is still a mess but we must be patient as we follow the processes in place with the insurance company. We have turned in all the requested paperwork and submitted several bids from General Contractors, all with are reasonable. Once we get the approval, we will move forward with the clean up so the new build can take place.
2. Recently the Vice President/Architectural Chair Lead resigned his post. We wish him well on his future endeavors. That being said, the Vice President position will remain “Vacant” until the Board of Directors hold the annual meeting in July 2026. In the meantime, the Architectural Chair Lead position duties are being shred between the President and a member of the Board. Please continue to submit any questions regarding new builds, add-ons, or complaints/violations of Deed Restrictions to: tamarackshoresarchitecture@gmail.com.
3. This topic is important, so please be sure to read and review. As everyone knows, Tamarack Shores is one of the oldest subdivisions in Canyon Lake, originating circa early 1970’s. Life was much simpler then and the rules, regulations and laws were also much different. Our subdivision. is divided into two sections, because of the way the area was being developed. Most of the Deed Restrictions are the same and as a whole we remain a “RESTRICTIVE COMMUNITY”, however, there are significant differences between Section I and Section II regarding what type of structures can be built/housed on the purchased property. And lately we have had a couple of new residents who made their purchases based on incorrect information that was provided by their Realtor. It is crucial that any individual who is thinking about buying a piece of property in Tamarack Shores take some extra time to read through our Bylaws and Deed Restrictions. Unfortunately if the homework and research is not done, one may end up buying something only to find out that the “vision” they had for the newly purchased property is not allowed based on the Deed Restrictions. The same applies to any current resident who is thinking of building on their existing property. We strongly encourage you to read the Deed Restrictions, it may save your thousands of dollars in the long run. IF you need guidance, please do not hesitate to ask. We will do our very best to find the answer.
4. Along the same lines, there is one clause that remains the same for both Sections I & II, the type of animals that are allowed within the subdivision. We feel it is safe to say that we have all heard the crowing of a roster, clucking of chickens, and we have seen, goats, pigs and a turkey. Please refer to Clause 8 in the Deed Restrictions for Section I & II. It clearly states the following: NO ANIMALS OR BIRDS, OTHER THAN HOUSEHOLD PETS, SHALL BE KEPT ON ANY LOT. We strongly encourage you to Check Comal County Regulations: Contact the Comal County Clerk’s Office or Animal Control for specific livestock and fowl ordinances to ensure you are in compliance. Also review the following new House Bill that was passed: The bill, H.B. No. 2013, amends Section 202.007(a) of the Property Code to clarify the authority of property owners’ associations regarding the keeping of chickens. Specifically, it prohibits these associations from enforcing provisions in dedicatory instruments that restrict property owners from keeping chickens on their property, provided that a municipal ordinance allows for such practices. This addition aims to empower property owners to engage in chicken-keeping as a sustainable practice, alongside other environmentally friendly measures already protected under the law. This new House Bill does not include other farm animals, so it would be in your best interest to do some research to ensure you are in compliance with State laws, as well as Local and the Deed Restrictions for our community. Since the Board of Directors have started their new term, we are working together to improve the quality of life for our community. This applies to the maintenance and upkeep of private property (curb appear, such has mowed lawns, trash and debris laying about the property) as well as the common areas that are available to our residents.
5. As we head into 2026, the Board of Directors will be meeting to review the community Bylaws and make changes to keep them in line with current rules, laws and statutes. We will be sharing this information with you as we get closer to the annual meeting when we will put these changes to a vote. It is in your best interest to stay current with this news as it develops. The Board of Directors operate under the presumption that all parties are sufficiently informed. The information is readily available, and a certain level of awareness is now the baseline expectation. Residents should put forth their due diligence as this will help to understand what is happening in the community.