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Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance

Summary

Katy just revamped its rules on flood prevention, meaning new construction standards are changing to better protect local properties. If you're building or buying in the area, these new guidelines directly affect how and where you can develop.

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Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Building a new home or business might cost a bit more upfront due to stricter rules, but it could save you thousands in future flood damage and lower insurance rates.

✅Who benefits

Future property owners and neighborhood residents win big here, since stronger buildings mean fewer flooded living rooms and safer streets.

⚠️Who could be affected

Local developers and builders might feel the pinch with higher compliance costs and red tape on new projects.

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