BOXABL, a developer of factory-built modular housing solutions, announced it has received regulatory approval to sell and deploy its Casita Studio across Texas, marking a significant expansion into one of the fastest-growing residential housing markets in North America. The approval comes as Texas enacts legislation aimed at reducing local restrictions on accessory dwelling units (ADUs), creating a more favorable environment for housing expansion.
BOXABL said the milestone strengthens its growth strategy as it prepares for its anticipated merger with FG Merger II Corp. (NASDAQ: FGMC) and planned public listing, while opening access to a state that has emerged as a major market for ADU development. The company’s flagship product, the Casita, is a 361-square-foot studio unit with a full kitchen, bathroom, and utilities that unfolds on-site in less than an hour. BOXABL also offers the Baby Box, a smaller 120-square-foot unit built to RV code for simpler setups, and is developing stackable and connectable models for townhomes, multifamily units, or larger single-family homes.
The Texas approval aligns with recent state-level policy changes that encourage ADU construction, addressing housing shortages in urban and suburban areas. BOXABL’s ability to deploy units quickly and affordably could help alleviate pressure in markets like Austin, Dallas, and Houston, where population growth has outpaced housing supply. For investors, the expansion into Texas is a key milestone as BOXABL moves toward its merger with FG Merger II Corp., a SPAC formed for the purpose of effecting a business combination. The merger is expected to provide BOXABL with additional capital to scale production and distribution.
The news is important because it demonstrates how modular housing companies are capitalizing on regulatory shifts to address the housing crisis. As Texas continues to attract new residents, the demand for affordable, rapidly deployable housing solutions is likely to increase. BOXABL’s approval could pave the way for similar approvals in other states, potentially accelerating the adoption of factory-built housing across the U.S. The company’s innovative approach has attracted worldwide attention as it aims to solve housing challenges for individuals and communities alike.
For more information on BOXABL, visit https://www.boxabl.com/ir. Details on FG Merger II Corp. are available at https://fgmerger.com/. The latest updates on FGMC can be found in the company’s newsroom at https://nnw.fm/FGMC.
