Bill > HB2480

This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for municipalities and counties in Texas to regulate accessory dwelling units (ADUs), which are defined as independent residential housing units located on lots zoned for single-family homes or duplexes. The legislation allows local governments to create ordinances that permit property owners to build ADUs before, during, or after constructing a primary dwelling, with significant flexibility in implementation. Municipalities and counties can authorize owners to sell or lease ADUs, regulate their design and size, require parking accommodations, and allow conversion of existing structures into ADUs. The bill permits local governments to charge impact fees for ADUs over 800 square feet and allows properties of at least 10,000 square feet to build two ADUs. Importantly, the legislation prohibits restrictions based on the owner's age or employment status and maintains local governments' existing zoning authorities for height, setback, and other residential construction requirements. The bill also preserves the ability of historic preservation rules, deed restrictions, and homeowners association regulations to limit ADU construction, ensuring that local and private governance mechanisms remain intact. The act will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in the Texas Legislature, or on September 1, 2025, if immediate passage is not achieved.

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https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=89R&Bill=HB2480