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Council holds first reading of permit-time-limit ordinance, debates elevation exemption and enforcement
Summary
The council conducted a first reading of an ordinance that would impose time limits on building permits (proposed 18 months for completion), with an explicit exemption for elevation work; council asked staff to clarify permit sequencing and to tighten language before second reading.
NASSAU BAY, Texas — The Nassau Bay City Council on Feb. 10 conducted the first reading of a proposed ordinance intended to place time limitations on building permits for construction and renovation, a measure staff described as aimed at reducing long-term, partially completed properties in the city.
Under the proposal presented at first reading (Ordinance 2025-02-10-1), most building permits would expire if construction is not completed within 18…
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