Texas HB4016 prohibits electric resistance as the primary heat source in residential buildings over 500 square feet.

Texas HB4016 amends the Health and Safety Code to prohibit the use of electric resistance as the primary heat source in residential buildings with a dwelling area greater than 500 square feet. This prohibition applies to construction, remodeling, alteration, enlargement, or repair projects that begin on or after January 1, 2026. The law does not apply to buildings with a dwelling area of 500 square feet or less, nor does it apply to units cooled using chilled water. Municipalities must establish rules to implement this change by December 1, 2025. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB4016 prohibits electric resistance as the primary heat source in residential buildings over 500 square feet.

Texas HB4016 amends the Health and Safety Code to prohibit the use of electric resistance as the primary heat source in residential buildings with a dwelling area greater than 500 square feet. This prohibition applies to construction, remodeling, alteration, enlargement, or repair projects that begin on or after January 1, 2026. The law does not apply to buildings with a dwelling area of 500 square feet or less, nor does it apply to units cooled using chilled water. Municipalities must establish rules to implement this change by December 1, 2025. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.