Texas Senate Bill SB1822

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Out of Senate Committee: 5/14/09
• Voted on by Senate: 5/18/09
• Out of House Committee: 5/23/09

Caption

Relating to erecting an off-premise sign adjacent to and visible from certain roads, including Farm-to-Market Road 1431 between the eastern city limits of the city of Marble Falls and the boundary line between Burnet and Travis Counties and roads that follow the route of El Camino Real de Tierra Adentro.

Impact

The implications of SB1822 are significant for both local business owners and city planners. By limiting the type of signage that can be erected near specific roads, the bill attempts to control the visual landscape and safety aspects of major thoroughfares. Local governments may have to navigate new regulations that restrict their ability to approve signage that could have previously been permissible under local law, potentially leading to conflicts between state and local regulations.

Summary

SB1822 is a legislative bill that aims to regulate the erection of off-premise signs adjacent to and visible from certain specified roads in Texas. Primarily, it targets locations along highways and roads to maintain aesthetic and safety standards throughout the regions affected. The bill lists explicit highway segments and establishes a framework where local governments may face restrictions on the construction of such signage, ultimately promoting a standardized approach.

Contention

Opposition to SB1822 may arise from various stakeholders who believe such a law undermines local authority. Critics could argue that municipalities are better positioned to decide what signage is appropriate for their communities based on local needs and context. Furthermore, concerns may be raised regarding the economic impact on local businesses that rely on off-premise signage for visibility and customer outreach, suggesting that the bill could adversely affect their operational capacity.