Texas HB1185 mandates landlords to notify tenants of rent increases before lease renewal.

Texas HB1185 amends the Property Code to require landlords to provide written notice to tenants before lease renewal if they propose to increase rent. The notice must include the new rent amount, any improvements leading to the increase, and the effective date. If a landlord fails to provide this notice, they cannot require the tenant to vacate or increase the rent until seven days after the proper notice is given. Tenants can recover a $100 penalty from landlords who do not comply.

Texas HB1185 mandates landlords to notify tenants of rent increases before lease renewal.

Texas HB1185 amends the Property Code to require landlords to provide written notice to tenants before lease renewal if they propose to increase rent. The notice must include the new rent amount, any improvements leading to the increase, and the effective date. If a landlord fails to provide this notice, they cannot require the tenant to vacate or increase the rent until seven days after the proper notice is given. Tenants can recover a $100 penalty from landlords who do not comply.