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What Austin's HOME changes mean for homeowners

By the Austin Home Projects editorial team · Updated 2026-10-20

HOME opened new options for single-family lots.

The basics

  • Phase 1 (adopted Dec 2023, applications from Feb 2024): up to 3 dwelling units on SF-1, SF-2 and SF-3 lots
  • Phase 2 (effective Nov 2024): one home allowed on lots of at least 1,800 sq ft
  • Deed restrictions and HOAs still apply

Next steps

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