Texas landlord tenant law is set out in Chapters 91 – 94 and Chapter 24 of the Texas Property Code, and it governs leases, security deposits, repairs, entry, late fees, lease termination, and evictions. Texas has no rent control and no cap on security deposits, but landlords must maintain habitable conditions, return deposits within 30 […]
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Eviction Process in Houston, Texas: A Step-by-Step Guide for Landlords (2026)
The eviction process in Houston, Texas is a seven-step legal procedure that takes 3 to 6 weeks when uncontested. It begins with a written Notice to Vacate (minimum 3 days for non-payment), followed by filing a forcible detainer suit at the Harris County Justice of the Peace Court for your property’s precinct, a hearing 10–21 […]


