Repair and Remedy Cases

A repair and remedy case is a lawsuit filed by a residential tenant under Chapter 92, Subchapter B of the Texas Property Code to enforce the landlord's duty to repair or remedy a condition materially affecting the physical health or safety of an ordinary tenant. Repair and remedy cases are governed by Rules 500-507 and 509 of Part V of the Rules of Civil Procedure. To extent of any conflict between Rule 509 and the rest of Part V, Rule 509 applies.

  • The relief sought can be for no more than $20,000, excluding statutory interest and court costs but including attorney fees, if any. 

If you are representing yourself, we encourage you to review the below resources.

Self-Help Legal Information Packet: Filing a Repair and Remedy Case

FORMS NEEDED:

 Repair and Remedy - Residential Property

PAYMENT AND FEES:

  • $54 filing fee
  • $90 Constable Fee for each person being served

CLICK HERE TO FILE A REPAIR AND REMEDY

Note: Cases filed with a Statement of Inability to Afford Payment of Court Costs cannot be filed using "Guide and File." These cases MUST be filed through EFileTexas.

  • For information on filing online, please visit E-File.