The Horn Rapids Master HOA Community. The Horn Rapids Master Planned Golf Course Community is a mixed-use development designed for various purposes beyond just residential living. It spans approximately 835 acres to the Northwest of downtown Richland. The current community consists of over 1,400 residential units. Future expansion will likely total around 2,000 residential units. The community includes multiple community parks, two community pools, along with abundant trails, and the privately owned and operated 18-hole golf course that's open to the public. The Horn Rapids Golf Course is intertwined within the Horn Rapids community. Opened in May of 1994, the course sits on 188 acres with a maximum yardage of 6,990 yards that will challenge golfers of all skill levels.

Community Details

Homeowners who take possession of their home (living unit) at closing automatically become members of the Horn Rapids Master Homeowners Association (HRMHA). This also includes residents who are leasing their homes. Membership comes with responsibilities that are mandatory, not voluntary! First and foremost, each homeowner has specific maintenance responsibilities that are required of them. This ensures that homes and lots are maintained in excellent condition. “Pride in ownership” serves as the foundation for the covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs), Rules and Regulations (R&Rs), Bylaws, and Architectural Guidelines that are the enforcement mechanisms that govern our community. We take great pride in investing the time and effort needed to make our homes not only beautiful and functional but also aesthetically pleasing to our neighbors. This dedication results in the best community we can create and be proud of.

The Horn Rapids Community is fortunate to have dedicated owners who serve as the management and staff of the everyday operations of the HOA as well as a supportive board of directors, all of whom provide our members with easy access to information about the association. As a homeowner in Horn Rapids, an owners portal from our Smartwebs HOA management software platform is available for all homeowners. This platform allows owners to view their account information and receive direct communications from the HOA. It includes a library of important documents including board meeting minutes, voting links, budgets, HOA contact information, community event calendar, and various PDFs related to all of the governing documents of the HOA.

Each year the City of Richland provides irrigation water to the greater Richland community, including Horn Rapids. The document link from the City of Richland has the approximate shut-off and start dates. We encourage homeowners to contact the City of Richland with further questions.

Governing Documents

We encourage all new homeowners and prospective homeowners to familiarize themselves with their responsibilities as outlined in the four documents that govern our duties as homeowners. All of these documents can be found under the "Documents"  menu link and on the your Smartwebs owner portal. To understand them better, here's a summary:

• The CC&Rs (Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions) serve as the foundational "constitution" for the Horn Rapids community. All other governing documents are derived from the CC&Rs, which means they provide additional clarification and definition of the intent expressed in the CC&Rs. Definitions of key terms can be found within the CC&Rs themselves. During the "Development Period," the declarant and a super majority of all of the living units in the HOA, with the consent of the board, has the authority to make changes to the CC&Rs.
• The Rules and Regulations (R&Rs) govern the conduct and activities of all members, tenants, residents, and guests within the HRMHA (Horn Rapids Master Homeowners Association) community. These rules are issued by the Board of Directors and serve as supplements to the CC&Rs. In cases of conflict, the CC&Rs take precedence.
• The Bylaws outline the purpose and scope of the HRMHA Association. This document provides essential information regarding the roles, responsibilities, authority, and accountability of the association. It also includes details related to meetings, voting procedures, the board of directors, and association officers.
• The Architectural Control Committee (ACC) is the governing body responsible for reviewing any changes to the exterior of your home or lot. This includes alterations that can be seen from neighboring properties, the street, or the golf course, if applicable. The HRMHA Architectural Controls Guidelines, Criteria, and Procedures provide valuable information that can help you avoid costly mistakes.