City of Houston Ordinance No. 2023
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A preliminary draft ordinance was presented to Houston's Planning Commission on March 10, 2023, proposing amendments to Chapter 42 of the city code to establish multi-unit residential performance standards. The ordinance aims to incentivize affordable housing development and compact, mixed-use patterns by offering development incentives that promote proximity to existing infrastructure and mobility options. The document, not yet approved by the City Attorney or City Council, includes severability provisions and declares the matter an emergency, with final adoption pending City Council approval.
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