A city may cap rents only in a housing emergency after a disaster, and only if the governor approves.
From Tex. Loc. Gov't Code § 214.902, read Oct 6, 2026.Show the law
“The governing body of a municipality may, by ordinance, establish rent control if:
(1) the governing body finds that a housing emergency exists due to a disaster as defined by Section 418.004, Government Code …”
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Texas municipal rent control only after disaster and governor approval
Can my landlord raise my rent?
Yes. Texas law sets no limit on rent increases.
A city may cap rents only in a housing emergency after a disaster, and only if the governor approves.
Who it covers
Covers: Applies to Texas municipalities.
In force since
Sep 1, 1987
The law, word for word
“The governing body of a municipality may, by ordinance, establish rent control if:
(1) the governing body finds that a housing emergency exists due to a disaster as defined by Section 418.004, Government Code …”