A board of adjustments is established by which level of government regulation?

The establishment of a board of adjustments is primarily governed by state law. In many states, including Texas, state law provides the framework for local governments to create boards of adjustments as part of their zoning regulations. These boards are typically empowered to hear and decide appeals related to zoning variances, special exceptions, and other zoning enforcement matters. The authority to create such a board is often enshrined in the state’s local government or municipal code, which outlines their responsibilities and operational guidelines.

Municipal ordinances, while important in regulating specific local matters, operate under the authority granted by state law, which is why the board's establishment is initially rooted in broader state legislation. Similarly, while county commissioners may influence local policies, they do not directly establish boards of adjustments. Zoning refers to the practical application of land use policies, which the board administers, but it doesn't specifically establish the board itself; rather, it's the framework under which the board operates as defined by state law.