TX SB785

Municipalities with zoning regulations must permit installation of new HUD-code manufactured homes "by right" in at least one residential zoning classification, residential zoning district type, or dedicated manufactured home zoning classification

Municipalities cannot require specific use permits for new HUD-code manufactured homes if the home complies with federal law and the municipality doesn't require such permits for other residential properties in the same zoning classification

Applications to install new HUD-code manufactured homes are automatically granted if the municipality does not issue a written denial with stated reasons within 45 days of receiving the application

Exemptions preserve municipal authority over historic landmarks and districts, do not affect deed restrictions established before January 2, 2025, and exclude municipalities where all residential zones have deed restrictions prohibiting manufactured homes or that lack business/industrial zoning

Takes effect September 1, 2026