5 things to know: A plain-language guide to Bastrop’s proposed development code

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13 Feb 2026


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If you’ve received a mailed notice from the City of Bastrop with strong language about property rights, you’re not alone; and you’re probably wondering what it actually means for you.

In short, the city is proposing a new rulebook for how land can be used and developed. It’s a big update, but it’s meant to make things clearer, not more confusing.

Below is a plain-language breakdown of what residents and property owners need to know.

Click here to read the original article on Community Impact Storytelling.

Image courtesy of CI Storytelling.