Texas
What's changing in Texas rental law
Every dated change in our sources for Texas: laws taking effect, yearly figures, repeal dates and bills. Follow it by email or RSS.
As of Oct 7, 2026. Not legal advice.
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Took effect: Texas notice to vacate before eviction suit
At least 3 days' written notice to leave.
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Took effect: Texas rental application subchapter: selection-criteria notice and application fee refund
Texas law sets no limit on application fees.
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Took effect: Texas municipal rent control only after disaster and governor approval
Yes. Texas law sets no limit on rent increases.
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Took effect: Notice for terminating month-to-month tenancies
No reason needed, just 1 month's notice.
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Took effect: Texas Security Deposits (Property Code ch. 92, subch. C)
Texas law sets no maximum deposit.
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