Austin’s short-term rental ordinance is not only bad public policy, but it also violates the Texas Constitution in a whole host of ways. Austin’s unconstitutional overreach must be corrected. This lawsuit, Zaatari, et. al. v. City of Austin, et. al., raises seven separate constitutional concerns with Austin’s STR ordinance.
Local Government
Just the Facts: Government Debt in Texas’ Most Populous Cities, Counties, and School Districts, 2nd Edition
Examining public debt owed by Texas’ most populous cities, counties, and school districts. Key points – Local government debt in Texas has reached concerning proportions. – The 10 largest cities have borrowed more than $70.3 billion, or $7,853 per resident. – The 10 largest counties owe a combined $14 billion, or $793 per resident. –...
October 18, 2023