The bill amends the Local Government Code to enhance the notice requirements for changes to municipal zoning regulations and boundaries. It specifies that notice of public hearings must be published at least 30 days prior to the hearing in an official newspaper, a designated newspaper for notices, or a newspaper with significant local circulation. Additionally, the bill increases the distance for notifying property owners about proposed zoning changes from 200 feet to 1,500 feet, ensuring that more residents are informed about potential changes that may affect their properties.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that written notice of public hearings on proposed zoning changes affecting residential or multifamily zoning must be sent to relevant local entities, including school districts and nearby hospitals, within the same 1,500-foot radius. The changes aim to improve transparency and community involvement in the zoning process. The new provisions will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will apply only to notices given after that date, with prior notices governed by the existing law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Local Government Code 211.006, Local Government Code 211.007 (Local Government Code 211)