SB2785

UTILITY-SHARED ROOF/TOWNHOUSE

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

SB2785 clarifies definitions for "shared roof" and "townhouse" in the context of solar energy systems.

SB2785 amends the Counties Code to define "shared roof" as any roof serving more than one unit, excluding roofs serving townhouses. It defines "townhouse" as a privately owned single-family dwelling unit attached to but separated from others by a common party wall with no means of human passage or visibility. The bill specifies that certain solar energy systems can be installed on shared roofs under certain conditions, but excludes buildings over 60 feet in height.

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Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 7

10:30 AM

Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee Hearing

Mar 26

10:30 AM

Senate Energy and Public Utilities Committee Hearing

History

Jul 2

Senate

Senate Floor Amendment No. 2 Pursuant to Senate Rule 3-9(b) / Referred to Assignments

Jun 1

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

May 22

Senate

Rule 2-10 Third Reading Deadline Established As May 31, 2026