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Sec. 92.0191. STATEMENT OF LATE FEES. A tenant may request that the landlord provide to the tenant a written statement of whether the tenant owes a late fee to the landlord and, if so, the amount of the late fee. On request of the tenant, the landlord shall provide the statement to the tenant by any established means regularly used for written communication between the landlord and the tenant. A landlord's failure to respond does not affect the tenant's liability for any late fee owed to the landlord. Added by Acts 2019, 86th Leg., R.S., Ch. 629 (S.B. 1414), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2019.
Under Texas Property Code § 92.0191, a tenant has the right to ask their landlord for a written statement confirming whether any late fees are owed and, if so, the exact amount. The landlord is required to deliver that statement using whatever written communication channel the two parties normally use. Importantly, if a landlord fails to respond to such a request, that failure does not erase or reduce any late fees the tenant may actually owe.
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Section 92.0191 of the Texas Property Code obligates landlords to respond in writing when a tenant requests a late fee statement, using the same communication method already established between the parties—such as email, text, or written notice. Compliant operators typically maintain clear records of any outstanding late fees so that an accurate written response can be provided promptly upon request. While the statute does not specify a response deadline, timely and documented communication helps demonstrate good-faith compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Tex. Prop. Code § 92.0191, you have the right to request a written statement from your landlord detailing whether you owe any late fees and the specific amount. If your landlord does not respond, that silence does not cancel any fees you may legitimately owe, but the request and any lack of response can still be relevant context if a fee dispute arises. Tenant-rights organizations in Texas can help you understand how this provision interacts with other parts of your lease or the broader landlord-tenant statute.
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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