Texas SB785 regulates the installation of new HUD-code manufactured housing, limiting municipal permits and zoning restrictions.

Texas SB785 amends the Occupations Code to ease the installation of new HUD-code manufactured housing. It requires municipalities to permit installation in any area unless denied in writing within 45 days. Municipalities cannot require permits, fees, bonds, or insurance for transportation and installation by licensed retailers, though they may collect actual transportation costs. Municipalities also cannot unreasonably regulate or restrict installation, including requiring specific use permits for homes built according to federal law and state regulations.

Texas SB785 regulates the installation of new HUD-code manufactured housing, limiting municipal permits and zoning restrictions.

Texas SB785 amends the Occupations Code to ease the installation of new HUD-code manufactured housing. It requires municipalities to permit installation in any area unless denied in writing within 45 days. Municipalities cannot require permits, fees, bonds, or insurance for transportation and installation by licensed retailers, though they may collect actual transportation costs. Municipalities also cannot unreasonably regulate or restrict installation, including requiring specific use permits for homes built according to federal law and state regulations.