Texas HB2797 prohibits home-rule municipalities from regulating dwelling unit occupancy based on age, familial status, occupation, relationship.

Texas HB2797 amends the Local Government Code to restrict home-rule municipalities from enacting zoning ordinances that limit the number of people occupying a dwelling unit based on age, familial status, occupation, relationship status, or familial ties. The bill defines a "dwelling unit" as a house, apartment, or unit in a multiunit residential structure, excluding units in hotels, motels, or similar establishments. Municipalities retain the authority to impose occupancy limits based on health and safety standards, including building codes, fire codes, and affordable housing guidelines.

Texas HB2797 prohibits home-rule municipalities from regulating dwelling unit occupancy based on age, familial status, occupation, relationship.

Texas HB2797 amends the Local Government Code to restrict home-rule municipalities from enacting zoning ordinances that limit the number of people occupying a dwelling unit based on age, familial status, occupation, relationship status, or familial ties. The bill defines a "dwelling unit" as a house, apartment, or unit in a multiunit residential structure, excluding units in hotels, motels, or similar establishments. Municipalities retain the authority to impose occupancy limits based on health and safety standards, including building codes, fire codes, and affordable housing guidelines.