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Landlord-Tenant LawTexas, USA

Texas Property Code Chapter 92 (Repair and Deduct)

Summary

Texas law provides specific procedures for tenants to demand repairs that affect physical health or safety and allows for limited 'repair and deduct' remedies.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Tenants can pay for repairs and deduct the cost from their rent if the landlord fails to fix a condition after two notices.
  • 02.
    The condition must materially affect the physical health or safety of an ordinary tenant.
  • 03.
    Landlords are prohibited from retaliating against tenants who request repairs.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Court orders for the landlord to repair the condition.
  • 02.
    Damages consisting of one month's rent plus $2,000 for illegal retaliation.

Verified Citations

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