Denton requires rental property registration for certain rental dwelling units through its rental registration program. Properties with outstanding code violations or those identified as problem properties may be required to register with the Code Enforcement Division. Denton also requires a certificate of occupancy for rental conversions. The program targets problem rental properties, particularly in neighborhoods near UNT and TWU, rather than imposing universal registration on all landlords.
Dentons rental registration program is focused on properties that have been identified through code enforcement actions. When a rental property accumulates multiple code violations, it may be placed on a monitored list requiring the owner to register contact information, designate a local property manager, and maintain compliance with property maintenance standards. While Denton does not currently require universal registration of all rental properties, landlords converting owner-occupied homes to rentals must obtain a certificate of occupancy verifying the property meets building and fire codes. The areas surrounding UNT and TWU have high concentrations of rental housing and receive focused code enforcement attention. Landlords must maintain properties in compliance with Chapter 28 (Property Maintenance) regardless of registration status. Some Denton City Council discussions have explored expanded rental registration, but as of the current code, the program remains complaint-driven and violation-based. Contact Code Enforcement at (940) 349-8329 for registration questions.
Landlords of registered problem properties who fail to maintain compliance may face fines up to $2,000 per day per violation. Failure to register when required can result in additional enforcement action. Operating a rental property without the required certificate of occupancy is a separate violation. Chronic non-compliance may result in referral to municipal court.
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