Texas Law Creates Water Savings Credits for Builders and Developers

This policy mainly helps builders, not renters or buyers directly. You might see slightly lower water bills if your landlord or community uses new water-saving systems.

If you're buying a new home, builders might pass along some savings from lower fees, but most benefits go to the building companies. Your water bills could be lower in new developments.

You might pay less for a new home if builders pass along their fee savings to buyers. Water-efficient features in new homes could cut your monthly utility bills.

You're most likely to benefit from lower prices on new construction as builders save on fees. Custom builders may offer better water-saving features at lower cost.