Texas § TN.251.0165 - CONTROL OF ACCESS WITHIN CERTAIN COUNTIES
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § TN.251.0165 — CONTROL OF ACCESS WITHIN CERTAIN COUNTIES, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ TN.251.0165. CONTROL OF ACCESS WITHIN CERTAIN COUNTIES
CONTROL OF ACCESS WITHIN CERTAIN COUNTIES. (a) Except as limited by Section 203.032 , a county with a population of 3.3 million or more or a county adjacent to a county with a population of 3.3 million or more, by resolution or order, may: (1) deny access to or from a controlled access highway within the county and outside the limits of a municipality, including a state highway, from or to adjoining public or private real property and from or to a public or private way intersecting the highway, except at specific locations designated by the county; and (2) designate locations on a controlled access highway within the county and outside the limits of a municipality, including a state highway, at which access to or from the highway is permitted and determine the type and extent of access permitted at each location. (b) This section does not apply to the placement of or access to a utility facility in or near a highway right-of-way. Added by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1400 (H.B. 2991 ), Sec. 1, eff. June 15, 2007.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § TN.251.0165
What does The Texas Constitution § TN.251.0165 cover?
Section TN.251.0165 ("CONTROL OF ACCESS WITHIN CERTAIN COUNTIES") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Texas § TN.251.0165?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § TN.251.0165" (Texas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § TN.251.0165 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.