Tex. Prop. Code Ann. §§ 92.001–92.355 § 92.051
APPLICATION.
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Sec. 92.051. APPLICATION. This subchapter applies to a lease executed, entered into, renewed, or extended on or after September 1, 1979. Acts 1983, 68th Leg., p. 3632, ch. 576, Sec. 1, eff. Jan. 1, 1984.
Section 92.051 of the Texas Property Code establishes the temporal scope of the subchapter governing landlord-tenant relationships. Specifically, it limits the subchapter's reach to leases that were executed, entered into, renewed, or extended on or after September 1, 1979. Any lease arrangement predating that threshold falls outside the subchapter's coverage.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 92.051, property owners and managers should be aware that the tenant-protection rules contained in this subchapter apply to virtually all modern lease agreements, since any lease executed, renewed, or extended after September 1, 1979 falls within its scope. Compliant operators generally treat all current and recently renewed leases as subject to the full set of obligations outlined in the subchapter. Maintaining accurate records of lease execution and renewal dates helps demonstrate compliance with the applicability requirements of § 92.051.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 92.051 means that the tenant rights and landlord obligations described throughout this subchapter of the Texas Property Code apply to nearly every lease in use today, given that the cutoff date is September 1, 1979. Tenants whose leases were signed, renewed, or extended after that date can generally look to this subchapter for the protections it provides. Those who have questions about whether their specific lease falls within the subchapter's scope may find guidance through a local tenant-rights organization or the Texas State Law Library.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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