Tenant Anti-Harassment: Deer Park vs Houston
How do tenant anti-harassment rules compare between Deer Park, TX and Houston, TX?
Deer Park, TX
Harris County
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Houston, TX
Harris County
Texas Property Code Section 92.331 prohibits landlord retaliation for a narrow set of tenant actions, but Houston has no Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance like Los Angeles or Seattle covering broader landlord harassment.
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| Fact | Deer Park | Houston |
|---|---|---|
| Retaliation statute | - | TX Property Code Section 92.331 |
| Lookback window | - | 6 months from protected activity |
| Damages | - | 1 month rent plus $500 minimum |
| TAHO ordinance | - | None in Houston |
| Lockout penalty | - | 1 month rent plus $1,000 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Deer Park FAQ
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Houston FAQ
Is landlord harassment illegal in Houston?
Retaliation tied to a complaint or legal right is illegal under Section 92.331. General harassment isn't covered by a Houston ordinance, though specific acts like lockouts or utility shutoffs are separately prohibited.
What counts as retaliation?
Eviction, rent increases, reduced services, or refusal to renew within six months of a tenant's good-faith complaint to a government agency, exercise of a legal right, or participation in a tenant organization.
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