Haltom City vs Keller

Does Haltom City require a reason to evict a tenant?

No. Haltom City has no just-cause eviction ordinance. Under Texas Property Code Chapter 24, a landlord may end a month-to-month tenancy with 30 days written notice for any lawful reason, and may decline to renew a fixed-term lease at its expiration.

How much notice must a Haltom City landlord give before filing eviction for nonpayment?

Texas Property Code 24.005 requires at least 3 days written notice to vacate before filing eviction for nonpayment of rent, unless the lease specifies a different period. Some federally subsidized housing requires longer notice.

Can a Haltom City tenant fight an eviction as retaliation?

Yes. Texas Property Code 92.331 prohibits retaliatory eviction within 6 months of a tenant requesting repairs, reporting code violations, or joining a tenant organization. Tenants may raise retaliation as a defense in the JP court eviction case.

Can my Keller landlord evict me without a reason?

Texas does not require just cause to end a month-to-month tenancy or decline lease renewal. Landlords must provide proper written notice and follow Chapter 24 procedures, but no specific cause is needed.

How much notice must a Keller landlord give before eviction?

Texas default is 3 days written notice to vacate before filing eviction, though the lease may specify a longer period. Subsidized housing and some special cases require longer notice.

Where are Keller evictions filed?

Eviction cases are filed in the Tarrant County Justice of the Peace precinct that covers Keller. Tenants can contest the eviction at the hearing and appeal if necessary.