Landlord and Tenant Lawyers in San Angelo

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Tenant Law in Texas

In San Angelo, Texas, relationships between tenants and landlords can sometimes become strained.

Both parties to a landlord/tenant relationship are governed by an extensive body of laws and regulations, defining their legal rights and obligations.

Landlord's Rights in San Angelo, TX

First and foremost, landlords have a right to timely payment of rent from their tenants, at the agreed-upon rate. This, of course, imposes on tenants a duty to pay their rent in full, in a timely manner.

Landlords also have a right to be compensated for damage to the building that a tenant causes, either intentionally or negligently. Any damage caused by a tenant, besides reasonable wear and tear, can be billed, and the landlord can deduct from the tenant's security deposit to pay for repairs.

Tenant's Rights in San Angelo, TX

The most basic right of a tenant is the right to a living space that's fit for human habitation. This is, after all, what they're paying the landlord to provide. Landlords in San Angelo, Texas are under a legal duty to make sure that their apartments are habitable. There are several factors that are considered in determining if an unit is habitable or not, but, generally, an unit will not be deemed habitable if it lacks any of the following: running water, electricity, heat, and protection from the elements (such as proper insulation, and windows that close).

Additionally, tenants are entitled to common areas which are reasonably safe and clean, and free of physical obstacles. Areas such as lobbies, hallways, stairwells, and fire escapes must comply with the building codes of San Angelo, Texas. Additionally, any other unreasonable safety hazard, even if it doesn't violate a specific provision of a building code, can create liability for the landlord if it injures a tenant.

Under the laws of Texas, and the United States, discrimination in housing on the basis of race, religion, or gender is strictly prohibited. Additionally, under the Americans with Disabilities Act, landlords must not discriminate against renters on the basis of any physical disability. They also have to authorize the renter to make reasonable modifications to their apartment, to make it more accessible. Generally, landlords are only required to allow relatively minor and reversible modifications, and tenants cannot compel them to remodel the building, for example. Also, once the tenant leaves, the landlord can bill the tenant for the costs of restoring the apartment to its original condition.

And finally, most state laws prevent landlords from arbitrarily evicting tenants. If the lease agreement is for a set period of time, the landlord typically can't evict the tenant until the lease expires, without a good reason. Valid causes for eviction include unpaid rent, illegal activities on the property, damage to the building caused by the tenant, and excessive noise.

Can a San Angelo, Texas Landlord/Tenant Lawyer Help?

Landlords and tenants generally want to avoid conflict with one another. However, conflicts are sometimes unavoidable. If you end up in a major dispute with a landlord or a tenant, a brilliant San Angelo, Texas landlord/tenant attorney can help.

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Life in San Angelo

San Angeloa has a population of around 111,820 people. It is located in the western-central area of Texas, specifically in Tom Green County. It is home to Angelo State University. Nicknames include "Angelo," "The River City," "The Concho City," "The Pearl of the Conchos," and "The Oasis of West Texas."

Some great sites to visit include the Goodfellow Air Force Base, Fort Concho, Concho River, Twin Buttes Reservoir, O.C. Fisher Reservoir, Lake Nasworthy, and San Angelo State Park.

Some past famous residents include Matthew McConaughey, Monty McCutchen, Bram Stoker, Shea Morenz, Colleen R. LaRose and Jeff Drost.

San Angelo also has many well-established law offices and small firms that practice in practically every area of law. Thus, residents and local businesses can remain rest assured because any and every legal matter will be easily handled by San Angelo's legal force.

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