Legal Rights of a Tenant in Texas
In Texas, tenants have legal rights that protect them from being taken advantage of by their landlords. These regulations govern the tenant and landlord relationship and keep unlawful practices from occurring within that relationship.
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Quiet Enjoyment
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Any Texas tenant has the right to live in peace and quiet. The legal term for this right is called Quiet Enjoyment. The quiet enjoyment law also applies to other tenants in the building or next-door neighbors. If neighbors are disturbing the tenant, the tenant has the right to complain to the landlord, and the landlord then has a duty to protect the tenant's quiet enjoyment.
Safe and Healthy
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Texas tenants also have a right to live in a safe and healthy environment. This means that the landlord must immediately remedy any repairs or construction that could affect a person's health or safety.
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Considerations
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The only time the health and safety law does not apply is when the tenant has caused the residence to become unhealthy or safe through carelessness, abuse, or negligence.
Security
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Tenants also have a right to security. It's essential that windows and doors come with working bolts and locks to ensure occupant safety. These devices must be installed at the landlord's expense.
Violated Tenant Rights
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Texas tenants who feel their rights have been violated can consult the Office of the Attorney General. If a tenant's rights are violated and not resolved, the renter usually can terminate the lease or file a lawsuit.
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