Governor Signs Dallas BA Priority Legislation into Law
HB 852, a Dallas BA and Texas Association of Builders priority bill, became law with the signature of Governor Abbott on May 21. The bill prohibits municipalities from considering the value of a dwelling or the cost of constructing or improving a dwelling to determine the amount of permit or inspection fees charged. The bill also prevents municipalities from requiring disclosure of information related to the value of or cost of constructing or improving a residential dwelling as a condition for obtaining a building permit, except as required by the Federal Emergency Management Agency for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program.
The act is effective immediately.
The legislation was sponsored by Rep. Justin Holland (R- Heath) and Sen. Pat Fallon (R-Prosper). Dallas BA commends these legislators for carrying the bill.
Dallas BA will work with area municipalities on implementation.