What may cities annex according to Texas law?

Cities in Texas have the authority to annex land within their extraterritorial jurisdiction, which is an area beyond the city limits where the city can exercise certain land-use regulations and planning. This jurisdiction is meant to accommodate future growth and development, enabling cities to manage urban sprawl effectively.

When a city annexes land within this jurisdiction, it typically follows specific legal requirements and processes outlined in Texas law. The purpose of allowing annexation in these areas is to ensure that cities can provide services and infrastructure to growing populations and maintain orderly development.

The other options provided do not align with Texas law regarding annexation. For example, land owned solely by the city may already fall within its limits and may not require annexation. Uninvested land refers to land that does not have improvements, but this does not directly relate to the legality of annexation. Similarly, while land with existing infrastructure may be desirable for annexation due to potential service provision, it is not a requirement or a limitation described by law. Hence, the correct approach to annexation is clearly established through the allowance of extending jurisdiction into specified areas.