Texas Zoning & Land Use Guide
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Comprehensive guide to Texas zoning laws, building codes, and land use regulations.
Key Facts
- Building Code: No mandatory statewide building code; local adoption
- State ADU Law: Yes — ADU-friendly
- ADU Details: HB 2984 (2023) limits municipal restrictions on ADUs in single-family zones.
Official Sources
Cities in Texas
Amarillo
Pop. 200,393
ADU: Allowed
Arlington
Pop. 394,266
ADU: Allowed
Austin
Pop. 961,855
ADU: Allowed
Brownsville
Pop. 186,738
ADU: Allowed
Corpus Christi
Pop. 317,863
ADU: Allowed
Dallas
Pop. 1,304,379
ADU: Allowed
El Paso
Pop. 678,815
ADU: Allowed
Fort Worth
Pop. 918,915
ADU: Allowed
Frisco
Pop. 200,509
ADU: Allowed
Garland
Pop. 246,018
ADU: Allowed
Grand Prairie
Pop. 196,100
ADU: Allowed
Houston
Pop. 2,301,572
ADU: Allowed
Irving
Pop. 256,684
ADU: Allowed
Killeen
Pop. 153,095
ADU: Allowed
Laredo
Pop. 255,205
ADU: Allowed
Lubbock
Pop. 257,141
ADU: Allowed
McAllen
Pop. 142,210
ADU: Allowed
McKinney
Pop. 195,308
ADU: Allowed
Plano
Pop. 285,494
ADU: Allowed
San Antonio
Pop. 1,434,625
ADU: Allowed
Disclaimer: The information on this website is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal, financial, or professional advice. Always verify current requirements with your local planning department.