TPPF’s Ben Crockett breaks down the major housing reform bills passed during the 89th Texas Legislature that will take effect on September 1, 2025. These new Texas housing laws aim to address the ongoing housing affordability crisis in Texas by increasing supply, streamlining development, and reducing regulatory barriers.
Key bills covered in this episode include:
SB 15 – Minimum lot size reform: In larger Texas cities, new single-family subdivisions on 5+ acres can now use smaller lots (as little as 3,000 sq. ft.) to create more entry-level homes.
SB 840 – Zoning reform: Allows mixed-use and multi-family housing by right in many commercial zones in big cities.
HB 24 – Housing notice & protest rules: Ensures clearer notice and updated protest procedures so new housing developments can’t be easily blocked by a few neighbors.
SB 2477 – Office-to-housing conversions: Creates a fast-track for turning vacant office buildings into much-needed housing units in major Texas cities.
If you want to understand how Texas lawmakers are tackling the housing shortage, this breakdown explains what these reforms mean for homeowners, renters, developers, and communities across Texas.
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