Tex. Prop. Code Ann. §§ 92.001–92.355 § 92.263
INSPECTION OF RESIDENTIAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER.
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Sec. 92.263. INSPECTION OF RESIDENTIAL FIRE EXTINGUISHER. (a) If a landlord has installed a 1A10BC residential fire extinguisher as defined by the National Fire Protection Association or other non-rechargeable fire extinguisher in accordance with a local ordinance or other law, the landlord or the landlord's agent shall inspect the fire extinguisher:(1) at the beginning of a tenant's possession; and(2) within a reasonable time after receiving a written request by a tenant.(b) At a minimum, an inspection under this section must include:(1) checking to ensure the fire extinguisher is present; and(2) checking to ensure the fire extinguisher gauge or pressure indicator indicates the correct pressure as recommended by the manufacturer of the fire extinguisher.(c) A fire extinguisher that satisfies the inspection requirements of Subsection (b) at the beginning of a tenant's possession is presumed to be in good working order until the tenant requests an inspection in writing. Added by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 257 (H.B. 1168), Sec. 6, eff. September 1, 2011.
Under Tex. Prop. Code § 92.263, when a landlord has installed a qualifying non-rechargeable residential fire extinguisher—such as a 1A10BC model—in compliance with a local ordinance or other law, the landlord or their agent is required to inspect it at the start of a tenancy and within a reasonable time after receiving a written inspection request from the tenant. At minimum, the inspection must confirm the extinguisher is physically present and that its gauge or pressure indicator shows the manufacturer-recommended pressure. A fire extinguisher that passes inspection at move-in is legally presumed to be in good working order until the tenant submits a written request for a follow-up inspection.
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Property owners and managers subject to Tex. Prop. Code § 92.263 generally document fire extinguisher inspections at the start of each tenancy, confirming both the unit's presence and that the pressure gauge reads within the manufacturer's recommended range. Compliant operators also maintain a process for receiving and responding to written inspection requests from tenants within a reasonable timeframe. Keeping dated inspection records—including the tenant's written request when applicable—supports a clear record of compliance with the statute's requirements.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Tex. Prop. Code § 92.263, tenants have the right to request a fire extinguisher inspection in writing, and the landlord or their agent is obligated to conduct that inspection within a reasonable time. The statute establishes that a fire extinguisher passing the move-in inspection is presumed functional until a written request is made, so submitting requests in writing and retaining copies helps preserve a clear record. Tenants who believe this provision has not been followed may wish to consult a local tenant-rights organization or review available remedies under the broader Tex. Prop. Code §§ 92.001–92.355 framework.
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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