Bill > HB5380

This bill amends the Local Government Code to provide county commissioners courts with additional flexibility in managing park land requirements for new subdivisions. Specifically, the bill allows county commissioners courts to choose between two options when a new subdivision is proposed: (1) require the subdivider to dedicate a specific amount of land for parks, trails, or open-air recreational facilities based on the size and number of lots in the subdivision, or (2) impose a single fee on the subdivider that is equivalent in value to the land dedication, with the collected funds to be used exclusively for parks or similar recreational projects. The bill applies to two sections of the Local Government Code (Sections 232.003 and 232.025), ensuring that both types of county subdivision processes have this option. The changes give county commissioners more discretion in how they approach park and recreational space development in new residential areas, providing a flexible approach that can be tailored to local needs. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving counties time to prepare for and implement these new provisions.

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