In 1995, the Legislature passed the Texas Real Private Property Rights Preservation Act (RPPRPA), providing compensation to property owners for loss of value due to new regulations on land use. Authors sought a method of protection and a deterrent against local government regulations that would damage the value of someone’s property. Unfortunately, the act exempts municipalities. Since cities, due to re-zoning activities, are the largest condemnors, this exemption practically renders the act ineffective.
Property Rights
HB 1200: Historic Preservation Ordinances
Private property rights are part of the foundation of this state and, as such, require eternal vigilance. The Zoning Enabling Act provides some measure of private property protections; however, some cities, like Houston, stray from those protections and impose burdensome regulations on property owners. These extra-regulatory actions merit a legislative response; however, bills such as...
March 31, 2021