Texas SB1954 allows counties to regulate land use in hydrologically sensitive areas.

Texas SB1954 amends the Local Government Code to allow counties to regulate land use in hydrologically sensitive areas. Counties can designate protected areas and adopt zoning and building regulations to protect water quality. A planning commission recommends boundaries and regulations for these areas. Counties can hold an election to adopt this subchapter if a petition signed by at least 10% of voters is submitted. If the majority votes in favor, the county can regulate building height, lot occupancy, yard size, population density, building location, and construction standards.

Texas SB1954 allows counties to regulate land use in hydrologically sensitive areas.

Texas SB1954 amends the Local Government Code to allow counties to regulate land use in hydrologically sensitive areas. Counties can designate protected areas and adopt zoning and building regulations to protect water quality. A planning commission recommends boundaries and regulations for these areas. Counties can hold an election to adopt this subchapter if a petition signed by at least 10% of voters is submitted. If the majority votes in favor, the county can regulate building height, lot occupancy, yard size, population density, building location, and construction standards.