Texas HB1184 prohibits landlords from increasing rent during the rental application process.

Texas HB1184 amends the Property Code to prohibit a prospective residential landlord from increasing the rent amount during the rental application process. This Act applies to rental applications provided on or after its effective date, which is September 1, 2025. It mandates that landlords provide a written lease agreement at the rent amount stated in the application. Landlords who violate this provision are liable to the applicant for damages, including a $100 penalty, three times the application fee or deposit, and reasonable attorney's fees.

Texas HB1184 prohibits landlords from increasing rent during the rental application process.

Texas HB1184 amends the Property Code to prohibit a prospective residential landlord from increasing the rent amount during the rental application process. This Act applies to rental applications provided on or after its effective date, which is September 1, 2025. It mandates that landlords provide a written lease agreement at the rent amount stated in the application. Landlords who violate this provision are liable to the applicant for damages, including a $100 penalty, three times the application fee or deposit, and reasonable attorney's fees.