# Council Studies Cheaper Tiny Apartments | Texas News

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Podcast: [Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/texas-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7842429)
Published: 2026-07-24T10:32:35+00:00
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Austin City Council is studying a bold new idea: letting tiny apartment complexes with up to four units dodge expensive building codes by using single-family home standards. The goal? Slash construction costs and boost affordable housing. Council Member Krista Laine pushed for it after a homeless family project blew its budget due to strict rules — but not everyone’s on board. Council Member Marc Duchen warned it could weaken fire safety, since residential sprinklers are designed for escape, not fire suppression. The final decision? Still pending — city staff will report back with recommendations. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ff26520e73321251

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