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TX SB542
Bill
Status
12/6/2024
Primary Sponsor
Charles Schwertner
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AI Summary
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Prohibits property owners' associations from fining homeowners for brown or discolored lawns and vegetation during mandatory water restrictions imposed by municipalities, water utilities, or other water suppliers during drought periods
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Defines "residential watering restriction" as a temporary limitation on water use for irrigating residential vegetation or turf mandated as part of drought conservation strategies
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Extends protection from HOA fines for a "reasonable period of time" after water restrictions are lifted to allow vegetation to recover
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Applies specifically to restrictive covenants that require green vegetation/turf or prohibit discolored/brown vegetation
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the authority of a property owners' association to assess a fine for discolored vegetation or turf during a period of residential watering restriction.
Property Interests
Last Action
Left pending in committee
3/18/2025