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Homelessness & Encampment Rules in Georgetown, TX (2026)

1 verified homelessness & encampment rules for Georgetown, Texas, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Sit-Lie Rules

In Georgetown's Downtown Overlay District, Section 9.12.030 makes it unlawful to sit or lie down on a public sidewalk, street, alley, or property once a person has already received a warning from law enforcement for that conduct within the prior 12 months.

Georgetown Bans Sitting or Lying Downtown

Significant Restrictions

Georgetown Code of Ordinances § 9.12.030

A.Applicability. This Section applies in the Downtown Overlay District.B.If after having been notified by a law enforcement officer within the previous 12 months that the conduct violates this Section then it shall be unlawful for a person to sit or lay down on a public sidewalk, street, alleyway, or property.C.This Section does not apply to a person who:1.Sits or lies down because of a medical...

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Homelessness & Encampment Rules in Williamson County