Understand the statewide starting point, the facts that make it apply, and the official source behind it. Confirm current law and local requirements before acting.
Texas Property Code §92.103 generally requires a refund on or before the 30th day after surrender of the premises. Section 92.107 qualifies the obligation: the landlord is not required to refund or provide the written damage description until the tenant supplies a written forwarding address. Failure to give an address does not forfeit the tenant's right to a refund.
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This concerns covered residential security deposits, not application fees or all commercial arrangements. Review the controlling statutory text and any circumstances affecting surrender or notice.
Source checked 2026-10-19. Editorial recheck due 2027-01-17. Texas State Law Library guide, updated October 5, 2026, explaining Property Code §§92.103, 92.104 and 92.107. The linked statute controls.
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