The bill, S.B. No. 785, aims to regulate the installation of new HUD-code manufactured homes in Texas. It amends Section 1201.008 of the Occupations Code, specifically addressing the conditions under which municipalities can permit the installation of these homes. The bill stipulates that municipalities must allow the installation of HUD-code manufactured homes in areas deemed appropriate, and applications for such installations are automatically granted unless explicitly denied within 45 days. Additionally, local governmental units are restricted from requiring permits, fees, bonds, or insurance for the transportation and installation of manufactured housing, although they can collect actual costs incurred from transportation.

Key provisions include the prohibition of unreasonable regulations or restrictions by municipalities on the installation of new HUD-code manufactured homes, as well as the requirement that municipalities with zoning regulations must allow these homes in at least one residential zoning classification. Furthermore, municipalities cannot adopt zoning regulations that would effectively prohibit the installation of new HUD-code manufactured homes across all residential classifications. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 1201.008 (Occupations Code 1201)