Resources
Helpful Information
We are a trade association representing the Owner / Management companies of the multi-housing industry. Unfortunately, we are not able to personally answer your questions or reply to inquiries about specific situations. We are not qualified to give you legal advice. If you need legal help for a particular problem you're having, we encourage you to check with an attorney or look for legal resources in your area that can assist you.
For assistance, you may call the: Attorney General's Office Consumer Protection Division at (800) 252-8011 or contact them via web
For more information on Texas law and the rights and responsibilities of renters, visit the Texas Apartment Association Website
Also, read an "Overview of Tenant's Rights" provided by the Texas Attorney General's Office.
Another Way Texas Shares
Another Way Texas Shares is a cooperative effort of nonprofit organizations that work to eliminate the root causes of community problems through essential services and advocacy by raising additional dollars for diverse, innovative nonprofits. AWTS helps provide more solutions to community problems here in Texas.
The Texas Legislature Online has all Texas Statutes including the entire Texas Property Code.
Texas Low Income Housing Information Service
508 Powell Street
Austin, TX 78703-5122
Phone: (512) 477-8910
Texas Tenant's Union
5405 East Grand Avenue
Dallas, TX 75223
Phone: (214) 823-2733
Email
Free weekly workshops on tenants' rights; organizing assistance at the apartment complex level; written information; counseling; training; referral services.
HELPFUL LINKS:
- U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
- Attorney General of Texas
- Consumer Protection
- National Apartment Association
- Texas Apartment Association
- Statewide Job Board
- Fair Housing: NAA Toolkit - Emotional Support Animals
- Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs