Texas Property Code
(c) If a landlord or a landlord''s agent changes the door lock of a tenant who is delinquent in paying rent, the landlord or the landlord''s agent must place a written notice on the tenant''s front door stating:
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(c) If a landlord or a landlord''s agent changes the door lock of a tenant who is delinquent in paying rent, the landlord or the landlord''s agent must place a written notice on the tenant''s front door stating:
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A landlord may not remove a door, window, or attic hatchway cover or a lock, latch, hinge, hinge pin, doorknob, or other mechanism connected to a door, window, or attic hatchway cover from premises leased to a tenant
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If your window guards blocking the fire escape don''t open, that is illegal and your landlord MUST remove them or make them able to open. You have to have access to a fire escape unless you''re on the first floor
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This can be a “vertical drop” type lock (see picture), or a saw-resistant horizontal bolt that projects at least one inch. If you are not sure what kind of locks you have, ask a locksmith.
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Securing windows in your home is an easy DIY project. Learn how to secure windows from burglars and other intruders with the best window locks to keep your home safe day and night.
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In preparation for my house being painted, I''d like to
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Often the dispute exists because the landlord wants the property to remain, but it is also not unusual for the landlord to want the tenant to remove certain items that tenant does not want to pay to remove.
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A landlord is not allowed to remove a door, window, appliance, furniture, door knob, lock or other fixtures even if the landlord owns the item, unless it is for repairing the item or in an emergency.
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While burglar bars offer important security benefits [as we discussed in burglar bars guide], there are valid reasons to remove them. In this step-by-step guide, we''ll show you how to safely remove window security
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There are some modifications you can make without the rental provider''s permission. You can install: security lights, alarm systems, or security cameras that can be easily removed - but not devices that
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In preparation for my house being painted, I''d like to remove the security bars (a.k.a. burglar bars) from the garage window. I''d have expected them to be screwed or bolted to the wood trim, possibly
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