Election Day is right around the corner, and no matter where you live, you’ll have something important on your ballot. This November, Texans will decide on several constitutional amendments—many of which directly impact housing and …
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A Big Win in Conroe – Development Moratorium Ends
In mid-August, the City of Conroe voted not to extend the ongoing development moratorium in the northern part of the city. This decision comes thanks to two major developments: the TCEQ approved the city’s Alternative …
City of Houston Launches 30-Day Permit Pilot
In a decisive move to streamline development and eliminate costly delays, Mayor John Whitmire announced the launch of the City of Houston’s new 30-Day Residential Permitting Pilot Program, a key step toward fulfilling his commitment …
Magnolia Set to Lift Development Moratorium After Major Water System Upgrades
Magnolia’s development moratorium was originally implemented in December 2022 to manage limited water infrastructure. The moratorium restricted new water connections, effectively halting numerous large-scale residential and commercial projects. Since then, the city has invested $30.2 …
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Local Wins, Ongoing Work, and a Big Opportunity in D.C.
By Cody Miller, GHBA Director of Government Affairs It’s been a busy spring on the advocacy front, and GHBA continues to stay engaged on the issues that impact our industry most, from development regulations in …
City Council Passes Ch 42 Amendments
On September 27, the Houston City Council passed Chapter 42 with a package of amendments reflecting changes made due to your advocacy. We could not have done this were it not for your dedicated support! …
Fee in Lieu of Sidewalk Ordinance
The Sidewalk Network Ordinance, adopted by Houston City Council in late January, has officially taken effect, as of March 1. The ordinance applies to new building permits and applicants who were previously approved. The ordinance requires …
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City of Houston Code Modernization
As the Code Modernization process continues, GHBA is engaging with the city and holding regular meetings to review proposed changes and is considering submitting amendments as needed. Resources February 9, 2023 Letter RE: City of …