County adopts order and forms to record subdivision exemptions under Texas Local Government Code

Jan 10, 2026

The court adopted an order and forms to implement exemptions under Texas Local Government Code §232.0015 for certain large tracts, enabling the county to record orders so buyers are on notice that roads may remain privately maintained.

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County staff and the county attorney explained a new administrative order and application form to implement exemptions under Texas Local Government Code §232.0015 for qualifying subdivisions. The change establishes a formal application and recording process so that, when a developer qualifies for the statutory exemption from platting, the county will file an order with the county clerk noting the exemption.

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