WELCOME to LAS COLINAS
CITY OF IRVING
LAS COLINAS ASSOCIATION
Utilities
825 W. Irving Blvd
Irving, TX 75060
Phone: (972) 721-2411
Irving Police Department
Non-Emergencies: (972) 273-1010
Emergencies: CALL 911
Irving Fire
Non-Emergencies: (972) 721-2308
Emergencies: CALL 911
Animal Services
Phone: (972) 721-2256
Natural Gas
Atmos Energy
Phone: (800) 460-3030
LCA Office
3838 Teleport Blvd.
Irving, TX 75039
Phone: (972) 541-2345
24-Hour Dispatch/ Time-Sensitive
Phone: (972) 541-1312
Architectural Control Department
Email: plans@lascolinas.org
Security Department
Email: safety@lascolinas.org
Property Compliance Department
Email: compliance@lascolinas.org
Community Relations and Marketing Department
Email: liaisons@lascolinas.org
Administrative Services Department
Email: membermoney@lascolinas.org
Dear New Member,
DEAR NEW MEMBER,
Welcome home to one of the nation’s most unique master-planned developments. Las Colinas is recognized for both residential and business environments that not only complement one another but also create a sense of community. Since you have purchased property in Las Colinas, you are automatically a member of the Las Colinas Association. Created to serve as the property owners association, our mission is to create, sustain and lead a renowned community of lasting value and presence.
As a member, you receive an integrated service package that is primarily funded by the membership’s collective assessments. These benefits, detailed in this guide, cover the following main areas:
• Architectural integrity
• Community safeguards
• Attractive, clean surroundings
• Member advocacy and communications
Please reference two forms for you to complete and return at your earliest convenience.
1. GENERAL CONTACT INFORMATION FORM (ENCLOSED) – It is important that we have the most current information on file. This information will be entered into our database and will be used when sending out:
• Annual assessments
• Digital newsletters
• Voting on key Association matters through proxies
• General correspondence
2. SECURITY SERVICES INFORMATION FORM (PAGE 11) – This form is used to provide contact information for both alarm monitoring and general area patrol services, as well as to contact you should any security issues be observed regarding your property. If you are interested in using our alarm monitoring service or need more information, email our Security Department at safety@lascolinas.org.
These forms can also be found on our website at lascolinas.org/welcome.
Please visit our website at lascolinas.org for more information about the Las Colinas community.
The Association office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please let us know if we can ever be of assistance to you.
Sincerely,
J. Hammond Perot CEO & President
THE LAS COLINAS LEGACY
In 1973, Ben Carpenter unveiled an innovative master plan for transforming his family’s 6,000-acre Hackberry Creek Ranch into an unparalleled urban development guided by a Master Declaration. Over the next 15 years, this once serene prairie landscape evolved into the vibrant, multi-faceted community known as Las Colinas.
More than fifty years later, Las Colinas has lived up to Ben Carpenter’s original dream, distinguishing itself as a premier destination for living, working, and leisure. Throughout this transformative journey, the Las Colinas Association (LCA) has been instrumental in guiding the community’s development, committed to preserving its exceptional standard of living.
HISTORY OF LAS COLINAS TIMELINE
1973
Ben Carpenter unveils the Las Colinas master plan and the Las Colinas Association is established
1928
The parents of Ben Carpenter, John & Flossie, purchase the Hackberry Creek Ranch outside of Irving
1959
Hackberry Creek Ranch expands to 6,000 acres
1963
Construction begins on the University Hills neighborhood
1979
The first building in the Las Colinas Urban Center opens
1964
The Las Colinas Country Club is founded
1981
Construction on the Mandalay Canal is completed
1984
The Mustangs of Las Colinas sculpture arrives to Williams Square
1997
The Carpenter Family sells its remaining acreage and expands the Las Colinas development
2007
Ben H. Carpenter Monument unveiled at Founders Park
2017
Debut of the Toyota Music Factory entertainment district and Gables Water Street
2023
Las Colinas celebrates its 50th anniversary with a year-long series of activations
LAS COLINAS ASSOCIATION
WHO WE ARE
For over 50 years, the Las Colinas Association has maintained, managed and enhanced the Las Colinas community. Through the support of its members, the LCA offers unparalleled services that are the cornerstone of Las Colinas’ enduring appeal.
Separate from any other homeowners association, all Las Colinas property owners are subject to LCA deed restrictions and an annual assessment.
WHAT WE DO
• Offer fire, burglar and alarm monitoring for members
• Deliver 24/7 enhanced security patrol throughout the development
• Uphold architectural standards to maintain the unique quality of Las Colinas
• Oversee landscape maintenance, beautification and litter control
• Provide community advocacy, member resources and engagement
FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
On behalf of all the Las Colinas Association, we’re glad you’re here. For over 50 years, the Las Colinas Association has supported and enhanced the community’s infrastructure and has drawn on the strength and commitment of its membership to create an excellent quality of life. Comprising 12,000 acres, Las Colinas is a unique combination of commercial, residential, educational, recreational and retail land use developed in harmony with the environment.
Today, we work to create and maintain harmony between skyscrapers and neighborhoods, land and architecture, aesthetics and function to create what is, in every sense of the word, a community.
Sincerely,
Danny Opitz Board Chairman, Las Colinas Association
The Las Colinas Association is governed by non-compensated, volunteer board members, with equal representation for residential and commercial properties. An executive team, along with leadership and staff, oversees the day-to-day operations of LCA.
LAS COLINAS VILLAGES
Las Colinas is home to over 40 different residential villages, each with distinctive character and amenities, while sharing all of the benefits of living in one of the nation’s premier addresses.
Avadene at Las Colinas
Avadene at Las Colinas HOA
Avalon Square
Avalon Square HOA
Brownstones of Las Colinas
Guardian Association
Cottonwood Hill Estates
Cottonwood Hill Estates HOA
Cottonwood Valley
Cottonwood Valley HOA
Country Club Place
Country Club Place Condominium Assoc.
Emerald Valley
Irving Emerald Valley HOA
Emerald Valley Villas Townhomes
Emerald Valley Villas Townhomes HOA
Enclave at Riverside Village
Riverside Village HOA
Enclave at Windsor Ridge
Enclave at Windsor Ridge HOA
Encore of Las Colinas
Encore of Las Colinas HOA
Estates of Escena
Estates of Escena HOA
Fairway Vista
Las Colinas Fairway Vista HOA
Fox Glen
Fox Glen HOA
Grand Treviso Condominiums
Grand Treviso Condominium Assoc.
Hackberry Creek Village & Estates
Hackberry Creek HOA
Hillside at Las Colinas In development
Hunter Valley Townhomes
Hunter Valley Townhome Owners Assoc.
Hunters Ridge Townhomes
Hunters Ridge Townhomes Assoc.
La Villita
Las Colinas Association
La Villita Condominiums
La Villita Condominium Community
La Villita Townhomes
La Villita HOA
Lakes of Las Colinas
Lakes of Las Colinas HOA
Las Colinas Station Townhomes
In development
Linkside at Las Colinas In development
Mandalay Place
Mandalay Place HOA
Millswood Square
Las Colinas Association
North Hills Estates
North Hills Estates HOA
Positano
Positano Condominium Assoc.
Quail Run Condominiums
Quail Run Condominium Assoc.
Riverside Village
Riverside Village HOA
The Bridges of Las Colinas
The Bridges of Las Colinas HOA
The Residences
The Residences Condominium Association
The Terraces of Las Colinas
Terraces of Las Colinas HOA
The Terraces of Las Colinas Townhomes Terraces of Las Colinas Townhome Assoc.
The Villas of Alto Vista
University Hills Assoc. of Homeowners
Townhomes at Lake Carolyn Townhomes at Lake Carolyn Assoc.
University Hills
University Hills Assoc. of Homeowners
University Park Estates
University Park HOA
Villas of Emerald Park
Villas of Emerald Park HOA
Villas of Escena Villas of Escena HOA
Villas at Las Colinas
Villas at Las Colinas Assoc., Inc.
Villas at Mustang Park Kinwest Mustang Park HOA
Villas at the Studios Villas at the Studios HOA
Vue Las Colinas
Vue Las Colinas HOA
Waterside Las Colinas
Waterside Las Colinas HOA
ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL
ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL COMMITTEE
The Master Declaration of Las Colinas established the Architectural Control Committee (ACC) and with it, the covenants, conditions and deed restrictions that are the secret to this community’s success.
The three-member ACC oversees the activities of its subcommittees, the Residential Review Committee and the Commercial Review Committee.
The five-member sub-committees are charged with the responsibility of approving or disapproving a submission based upon the consideration of harmony with its surroundings, conformity to existing structures and design, as well as the overall aesthetics of the proposal.
PLAN REVIEW STAFF
The Association’s Plan Review staff reviews over 1,000 submissions annually. The staff members evaluate each submission for compliance with deed restrictions, standards and previously approved plans, advising the property owner of any non-compliance that would require changes before the submission is brought before the ACC. Staff members attend each sub-committee meeting, providing information regarding plans and specifications, materials used in the surrounding area and a history of submissions for any given property to the committee members.
PLAN REVIEW PROCESS
Architectural Control and Plan Review provide for the review and approval of plans prior to construction of or improvements to any home, commercial building or other structure built on deed-restricted property.
SUBMISSION EXAMPLES
All new construction, improvements or repairs which involve changes to the previously approved plans must be approved by the ACC. These items include, but are not limited to:
CHANGING THE COLOR OF ANY EXTERIOR PAINT OR STAIN
POOLS AND SPAS
STRUCTURES SUCH AS DECKS, PATIOS, ARBORS, ROOM ADDITIONS
ANTENNAS OR SATELLITE DISHES
FENCING AND LANDSCAPING ROOF REPLACEMENT
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
APPROVAL NEEDED
CHANGING MATERIAL OF A RETAINING WALL OR DRIVEWAY
All new construction and exterior improvements must be approved by the ACC before any work is started.
Scan the QR to access the Architectural Control guidelines. Our team is ready to assist should you have any questions during the submission process. Email plans@lascolinas.org or call us at 972-541-2345.
SECURITY
Around-the-clock general area patrol and alarm monitoring are some of the valuable services provided to LCA members as an assessment benefit.
Burglar and fire alarm monitoring services are offered through LCA’s Underwriters Laboratory (UL)-listed alarm monitoring center. Any member who installs an alarm system per LCA’s technical specifications may request monitoring.
ALARM MONITORING SERVICE
How can I take advantage of alarm monitoring services?
Please scan the QR code to the right or visit lascolinas.org/security to complete the contact information form. Once the form is received, a member from LCA Security will be in touch within seven business days.
ALARM ACCOUNTS MONITORED BY LCA
1,933
AVERAGE RESPONSE TIME 5 Minutes
TOTAL MILES DRIVEN BY SECURITY PATROL IN 2024
498K
What if I purchased a property with a pre-existing system that LCA monitored?
Contact us, as we may be able to assist with alarm system history and explain how to re-activate the system.
Whether or not your property has an alarm system, LCA’s Security Department is here to provide monitoring and contacts for local state-licensed alarm companies working in your area.
Do I need a phone line for monitoring?
No. LCA has several monitoring options whether your alarm system is wireless or connected to your landline.
ALARM MONITORING
Everything you need to know:
• Anyone using a burglary alarm system within the City of Irving must comply with the City’s alarm ordinance and file for a permit. LCA requires members to provide a valid City permit number for monitoring. Learn more at: www.cityofirving.org
• Designated fire alarm systems must be installed/maintained by a licensed fire company and comply with local/state fire codes.
• LCA must have a completed information form with at least two (2) contact numbers for monitoring.
• To manually test or activate any alarm system, LCA’s Dispatch must be contacted. Systems will not be considered active without required testing.
• All residential burglary alarm systems must test on a monthly basis to be considered active. Commercial properties with burglary systems will be tested weekly. Fire code requires designated fire systems to test daily.
• LCA does not sell, install or maintain systems; we specialize in member alarm system monitoring.
TOTAL MILES MONITORED ON FOOT AND BIKE BY URBAN CENTER PATROL
PATROL SERVICES
Security Patrol provides another layer of protection in Las Colinas with personnel on foot, bike and behind the wheel patrolling the community 24/7.
LCA’s patrol services provide general area patrol and respond to various alarm signals throughout the development. Five Patrol Officers, two Dispatchers and one Security Supervisor provide patrol, observation and response for assigned areas of the development at any time of day. Security Services are an added benefit meant to assist, but not replace, law enforcement.
The Las Colinas Urban Center foot and bike patrol serves to provide better coverage of the densely populated area. The patrol monitors paths that vehicles cannot cross including canals, waterways and other walkable paths.
COMMON PROPERTY
Las Colinas’s charm can be found on display throughout common areas or nestled among the Urban Center cityscapes. LCA’s Common Property department oversees the installation and maintenance of more than 190 acres of parks, street medians, greenbelts and common areas in Las Colinas. This includes thousands of trees and color beds which hold over 150,000 units of seasonal color throughout the development. While the City of Irving owns 126 acres, which includes 86 miles of medians, these greenscapes are maintained by the Las Colinas Association.
LITTER CONTROL
Efforts to ensure attractive and clean surroundings also include the Association’s litter removal program. Three staff members patrol more than 100 miles of street rights-of-way and common areas in Las Colinas five days per week.
FIELD MOWING PROGRAM
This department also administers a development-wide mowing program of unimproved deed-restricted properties to ensure these properties are mowed a minimum of eight times each growing season. The result is a uniform appearance throughout the development.
HOLIDAY LIGHTS
Beginning in September each year, the Common Property department begins the process of installing over half a million holiday lights throughout the Las Colinas Urban Center. Included in LCA’s exclusive lighting program is a herd of over 50 illuminated reindeer on display during the holiday season.
The unique architectural quality of Las Colinas is diligently monitored by LCA’s Property Compliance department. Working to ensure that Las Colinas ages gracefully and property values are maintained and enhanced, our Property Compliance Representatives routinely drive marked vehicles through the community.
PRISTINE PARKS
Las Colinas is home to a variety of distinctive parks which are also maintained by the Common Property department. Each park is equipped with pet pickup stations which include disposable bags.
E.O. PERRY FLOWER CLOCK
Highway 114 and N O’Connor Blvd
WILLIAMS SQUARE PLAZA
5205 N O’Connor Blvd
PAWS COLINAS DOG PARK
1300 California Crossing Rd
PROPERTY COMPLIANCE
COMMON COMPLIANCE ISSUES
• Unapproved improvements to the property
• Lawn and landscaping maintenance
• Maintenance of approved installed materials (siding, bricks, roof, doors, retaining walls, etc.)
• Fence repairs and staining
• Unapproved additions or changes to landscape plans
It is important to remember that before any exterior modifications are made to your property, a plan/review application must be submitted to LCA (see page 8). Our Property Compliance Representatives are an excellent resource for understanding the Las Colinas Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (CC&Rs) that apply to your property.
PROTECT YOUR INVESTMENT
• Be aware of covenants, conditions and restrictions which apply to your property
• Ensuring that your property is in compliance
• Please report your concerns to the Property Compliance Representative assigned to your community
• Request a free courtesy review at any time to determine possible compliance issues
• Compliance questions? Contact us 972-541-2345 to connect with your LCA Property Compliance Representive
LCA does not issue fines. When matters cannot be resolved through the efforts of our Property Compliance staff and management, they are either referred to the Association’s attorney or cured through self-help by LCA. However, we work very hard to avoid legal action, and you have certain rights to be heard by the Board of Directors prior to the filing of any lawsuit.
FOUNDER’S
COMMUNITY RELATIONS AND MARKETING
Keeping a pulse on all things Las Colinas is just one function of the dynamic Community Relations and Marketing department. Serving as a liaison between the members and LCA, our team continues to maximize engagement opportunities through print, digital and social media platforms, community events and partnerships.
STAYING CONNECTED
Print Publications
The Spirit of Las Colinas quarterly newsletter, is mailed out and available online, featuring updates on events, business news, and community highlights.
Las Colinas Restaurant Guide is mailed annually and updated regularly online at lascolinas.org.
UPCOMING LCA COMMUNITY EVENTS
6TH ANNUAL CHARITY GAME-A-THON
Wednesday, September 24th
PINSTACK LAS COLINAS
LAS COLINAS LIGHT CLUB
Hosted monthly September-November
MANDALAY CANAL
The Latest in Las Colinas
For more timely updates, a twice-monthly e-newsletter is delivered to member inboxes.
The Latest in Las Colinas covers even more extensive news, updates and upcoming events.
To confirm you’re on the distribution list, please email changemyinfo@lascolinas.org.
Social Media
Be the first to learn about restaurant openings, new businesses, LCA news and community events. Follow us on social media@LasColinasTex.
HOWL-O-WEEN
Saturday, October 25th
PAWS COLINAS DOG PARK
COMMUNITY POP-UPS
Hosted throughout the year in LCA’s residential villages
ADMINISTRATIVE
SERVICES
Administrative Services provides support services for the general operations of the Association and responds to vendor inquiries, assessed value questions, assessment billing issues, lien inquiries and the issuance of Statements of Account, Resale and Estoppel Certificates.
ANNUAL ASSESSMENT
The Association’s Declaration provides for an assessment to be paid by each property owner in the Association. The assessment calculation uses the appraised value of the property based on the preceding year’s certified roll by Dallas County Appraisal District. LCA Annual Assessments are due on July 1st of each year. The assessments cover expenses for the calendar year: January – December.
The assessment applies uniformly to all property owners, including, but not limited to, offices, retail, single family, multifamily, warehouses and undeveloped land. Property owners in the residential communities may also pay an additional assessment to their independent homeowners or condominium association to support the various services within their private neighborhoods.
When are LCA Annual Assessments due?
Assessments are due on July 1st of each year and are considered late if not paid by July 31st
STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT / ESTOPPEL CERTIFICATES / RESALE CERTIFICATE
As a part of the property sale process, if requested, LCA is required to provide a Resale Certificate for residential properties and an Estoppel Certificate for commercial properties.
Obtaining a Resale or Estoppel Certificate is a necessary disclosure of outstanding issues to protect both the buyer and the seller as part of the closing. Resolution of any outstanding issues is best negotiated at the time of sale. As such, title companies are generally obligated to obtain a certificate.”
Both packages include:
1) Information about any deed restriction violations existing on the property
2) Financial information for LCA
3) A current statement of account to show any amounts due
4) LCA’s governing documents and an informational brochure for the buyers
To ensure that the property is true to Las Colinas standards, LCA Property Compliance performs a detailed review which can include an analysis of existing plans.
