(a) In this section, “swimming pool enclosure” means a fence that:
(1) surrounds a water feature, including a swimming pool or spa;
(2) consists of transparent mesh or clear panels set in metal frames;
(3) is not more than six feet in height; and
(4) is designed to not be climbable.
(b) A property owners’ association:
(1) may not adopt or enforce a provision in a dedicatory instrument that prohibits or restricts a property owner from installing on the property owner’s property a swimming pool enclosure that conforms to applicable state or local safety requirements; and
(2) may adopt and enforce a provision in a dedicatory instrument establishing limitations related to the appearance of a swimming pool enclosure, including limitations establishing permissible colors for a swimming pool enclosure, provided that the provision does not prohibit a swimming pool enclosure that is black in color and consists of transparent mesh set in metal frames.

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Terms Used In Texas Property Code 202.022