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Van Zandt County · Right to Farm
Farming neighbors are legally protected from nuisance suits
Texas law protects established farm and ranch operations from nuisance lawsuits, which matters in this agricultural county.
Van Zandt County · Livestock and Roads
Who is responsible when livestock gets on the road
Texas has different rules for livestock on roads depending on road type and whether a local stock law has been passed.
Victoria County · Public Hunting Access
A public hunting permit unlocks state lands for hunting and hiking
Texas Parks and Wildlife sells Annual Public Hunting permits that let you access state WMAs like Guadalupe Delta for hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing.
Victoria County · Short-Term Rentals
Victoria is working on a short-term rental registration rule
The City of Victoria has been moving toward a rule requiring short-term rental hosts to register, pay a fee, and collect hotel occupancy tax. Check victoriatx.gov for whether it is final.
Walker County · Hunting & Licenses
Public Hunting Access in Walker County
Hunters in Walker County can access tens of thousands of public acres through the Sam Houston National Forest WMA, but a Texas hunting license and TPWD annual public hunting permit are required.
Waller County · Septic / OSSF
Homes Outside City Sewer Lines Need a Septic System
In rural and unincorporated Waller County, homes that are not connected to a city sewer system must have an approved on-site sewage facility — commonly called a septic system.
Waller County · City Limits vs. County
Much of Waller County Is Unincorporated — Rules Differ Outside City Limits
Large portions of Waller County sit outside any city, which means fewer zoning restrictions but also fewer services — and cities can still regulate land just beyond their borders.
Webb County · Licenses
Get a Texas Hunting or Fishing License Before You Go
You need a valid Texas hunting or fishing license to hunt or fish in Webb County — buy one online or at a local retailer before heading out.
Wharton County · Hunting Licenses
What You Need to Hunt in Wharton County
All hunters in Texas aged 17 and older need a valid hunting license from TPWD, with additional tags required for deer, turkey, and other game.
Wichita County · Agriculture
Cattle and Wheat Farming Still Matter in Wichita County
Wichita County has hundreds of farms and ranches, with stocker cattle, cows, calves, wheat, and small grains as the main products.
Wichita County · Oil & Gas Regulation
Check the Railroad Commission Before Buying Rural Land
The Texas Railroad Commission regulates oil and gas wells in Wichita County and maintains public records you can search before purchasing rural property.
Wichita County · Licenses
Texas Fishing and Hunting Licenses Apply Countywide
Anyone fishing or hunting in Wichita County needs a valid Texas license, with one exception: no license is needed to fish from shore or the pier inside Lake Arrowhead State Park.
Williamson County · Jurisdiction Basics
Where You Live in Williamson County — City, ETJ, or Unincorporated — Matters
Your property's location — inside a city, in the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction, or in unincorporated county land — determines which rules and services apply to you.
Williamson County · Hunting License
You Need a Texas Hunting License to Hunt in Williamson County
All hunters in Williamson County — resident or nonresident — must have a valid Texas hunting license from TPWD before taking any game.
Winkler County · Hunting & Fishing
You Need a Texas Hunting License on Private Land Here Too
You need a Texas hunting license to hunt any animal in the state — even on private land you own — and you must buy it before you go out.
Wise County · Zoning and Jurisdiction
Most of Wise County Is Unincorporated — Different Rules Apply
Land outside city limits in Wise County is unincorporated, meaning you follow county rules rather than city ordinances.
Wise County · Oil and Gas
Oil and Gas Production Is Part of the Wise County Economy
Wise County has a history of oil and gas production, and the Railroad Commission of Texas regulates all drilling and production activity.
Wise County · Hunting
Wise County Deer Hunting Has a Specific Antler Rule
Hunters in Wise County can take up to four deer per season, but only one buck can have an inside spread of 13 inches or more.
Wise County · Invasive Species
Zebra Mussels in Lake Bridgeport Require You to Drain Your Boat
Lake Bridgeport is a zebra mussel-positive water body, meaning boaters must clean, drain, and dry before leaving.
Wood County · Fishing License
You Need a Texas Fishing License at Lake Fork
Any adult fishing public waters in Wood County — including Lake Fork — needs a valid Texas fishing license with a freshwater endorsement.