Bill > HB1206

This bill requires landlords in Texas to disclose any fixed, recurring fees (beyond rent) to tenants before they sign a lease, with the disclosure being acceptable either in the lease document itself or in an amendment to the lease. If a landlord fails to disclose such a fee before the lease is signed, the tenant is not obligated to pay that fee. The bill does not prevent landlords and tenants from agreeing to new recurring fees during the lease term, but it ensures transparency about fees at the initial lease signing. The new requirement will apply to leases entered into or renewed on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, which gives landlords and property managers time to update their lease practices to comply with the new disclosure rules. This legislation aims to protect tenants from unexpected additional charges by mandating upfront communication about fees associated with a rental property.

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