Relating to county land use regulatory authority in certain counties; providing a criminal penalty.

HB 2265 establishes specific zoning authority for unincorporated areas in Comal County, requiring voter approval before implementation. It empowers the county commissioners court to regulate building height, lot coverage, density, land use, and stormwater management in areas surrounding Canyon Lake and the Guadalupe River. The bill mandates a countywide election for residents to approve this regulatory authority, with the provisions only applying to unincorporated regions. The title references a criminal penalty, though the text provided does not detail specific penalties. This legislation directly affects Comal County residents and recreational areas by creating a framework for development oversight.