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Renters' Rights After a Disaster

Texas · TexasLawHelp.org

This document is a guide explaining the rights of renters in Texas after a disaster. It provides information on topics like canceling a lease, whether rent must be lowered, and what to do if a landlord tries to make a tenant move out.

The court describes it as: Lone Star Legal Aid's flyer explaining renters' rights after disasters.

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This information is used by renters who are dealing with housing issues, such as damage to their home or facing potential eviction, following a disaster.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Can I cancel my lease if my home is damaged?
If your lease allows it, or if your home is unusable, you can cancel the lease. You must give your landlord written notice of this cancellation.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.

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