01Review before drafting
Confirm the lease notice clause, tenancy status, names of occupants, property address, grounds for possession, and whether special program rules may apply.
- ✓ Written lease and amendments
- ✓ Payment ledger or violation record
- ✓ Tenant and occupant names
- ✓ Federal or subsidized-housing questions
02Document delivery
Texas law allows specific delivery methods. Keep a copy of the notice and a contemporaneous delivery record; do not estimate or backdate dates.
03Wait the required period
The filing date depends on the lease, statute, delivery facts, and any special notice requirement. Filing too early can cause delay or dismissal.
Research and legal resources
Verify the rules before acting.
Eviction rules can change and special housing programs may require additional notice. These independent resources explain the process from both landlord and tenant perspectives.