Texas Housing Reform Package

Texas passed major housing reform laws to make it easier and cheaper to build homes. These laws allow smaller houses on smaller lots and reduce the ability of existing homeowners to block new housing in their neighborhoods. The goal is to increase housing supply and bring down costs.

DFW's housing affordability crisis disproportionately affects Black families and renters. These reforms could increase housing supply in Dallas, Fort Worth, and surrounding cities, potentially moderating rent and home prices. Black real estate professionals and developers may find new opportunities in infill development and smaller-format housing projects.

A package of housing reform bills signed by Governor Abbott to combat the statewide housing crisis. Allows smaller homes on smaller lots, makes it harder for neighbors to block new housing construction, and streamlines the approval process for new residential development.

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