Honorable Robert Talton, Chair, House Committee on Urban Affairs
FROM:
John Keel, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB1207 by Kuempel (Relating to the enactment of certain municipal zoning regulations.), As Introduced
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend Chapter 211, Local Government Code, to allow the governing body of a municipality to include in zoning regulations, authority over the appearance or architectural style of buildings or other structures and the appearance of yards, courts, or open spaces. These regulations would be subject to issuance of local permits. The bill would take effect September 1, 2003 and would apply only to an original permit application filed with a municipality on or after that date.
Local Government Impact
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.