In a legal showdown that could have significant implications for homeowners' associations across Texas, a non-profit corporation has taken legal action against a resident over unpaid fees. The Jasmine Heights Homeowners Association filed a complaint in the District Court of Harris County on March 14, 2025, targeting Antonio Quinones for alleged breach of contract and delinquent assessments.
The lawsuit stems from claims that Antonio Quinones, a resident of Katy, Texas, failed to meet his financial obligations as stipulated by the association's restrictive covenants. According to the court documents, these covenants were established by the original developers of the subdivision and recorded in Harris County Real Property Records. The plaintiff argues that these restrictions form a binding contract between them and Quinones. "Defendant is deemed to covenant and agree to pay said annual and special assessments charged by Plaintiff," states the complaint. However, Quinones allegedly did not fulfill this obligation, prompting the association to seek judicial intervention.
Jasmine Heights Homeowners Association is seeking monetary relief amounting to $250,000 or less along with non-monetary relief. They are also pursuing foreclosure on Quinones' property due to his failure to pay maintenance fees and special assessments. The plaintiff emphasizes that their right to foreclose is supported by a vendor’s lien detailed in the restrictive covenants. Furthermore, they are demanding recovery of related costs such as interest and attorney fees under Section 38.001 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code and relevant sections of the Texas Property Code.
The homeowners association asserts that all necessary conditions precedent have been met for recovery under Chapter 209 of the Texas Property Code. They also highlight that any additional maintenance fees accruing before judgment should be included in their claim against Quinones’ property. In addition to financial compensation, they request an order allowing them or designated individuals to conduct a sale of Quinones' property if necessary.
Represented by Chris Are from Porter Law Firm based in Houston, TX., Jasmine Heights Homeowners Association aims for comprehensive legal redress through this lawsuit. The case is presided over by Judge Christopher Matthews under Case ID 2025-17465.