Free Texas Parking Agreement (TPC §92.0131)
Texas parking agreement under TPC §92.0131-92.0135. Texas imposes specific tenant protections: written towing rules at lease signing (§92.0131), posted signs at parking entrances (§92.0132), 24-hour written notice on unauthorized vehicles before towing (§92.0133), disabled-vehicle protection (§92.0135). Improper towing exposes landlord to §92.0143 liability.
Free Texas Parking Agreement (TPC §92.0131) — overview
A Texas Parking Agreement (TPC §92.0131) is a Texas parking agreement under TPC §92.0131-92.0135. Texas imposes specific statutory tenant protections for vehicle towing including a written-rules requirement, posted signs, 24-hour notice before towing, and disabled-vehicle protection.
Complete the Addendum
Complete the form below to generate a Texas Parking Agreement (TPC §92.0131). The addendum must identify the master lease it modifies, the parties, and the new terms. Both landlord and tenant must sign for the addendum to be enforceable. Once signed, attach the addendum to the master lease — the addendum and lease together constitute the full agreement.
How addenda work: An addendum is a contractual amendment to a master lease. It does not replace the lease — it adds to or modifies specific provisions. If there is a conflict between the addendum and the master lease, the addendum controls (when properly executed). All parties to the master lease should sign the addendum.
1. Master Lease (Identification)
2. Parties
3. Addendum Terms
⚠ Texas TPC §92.0131-92.0135 — Statutory Towing Notice Requirements
Texas Property Code §92.0131 et seq. imposes specific tenant protections for vehicle towing in residential rental properties. Landlords MUST: (1) provide written notice of towing rules at lease signing; (2) post towing signs at parking area entrances; (3) for unauthorized vehicles, provide a specific 24-hour written notice on the vehicle before towing UNLESS the vehicle is blocking an emergency lane/exit. Improper towing can result in landlord liability for towing costs, vehicle damage, and tenant attorney fees.
4. Signatures (All Parties)
Both landlord and tenant(s) must sign this addendum. Once signed, attach to the master lease. Each party retains a signed copy.
About the Texas Parking Agreement (TPC §92.0131)
Texas Property Code §92.0131 through §92.0135 imposes specific tenant protections for vehicle towing in residential rental properties — protections that exceed most other states’ requirements. §92.0131 requires the landlord to provide the tenant with a WRITTEN COPY of the property’s vehicle towing rules at lease signing AND to maintain a list of authorized tenant vehicles (by make, model, year, color, and license plate). §92.0132 requires the landlord to post towing signs at each entrance to the parking area, clearly indicating the towing rules and the towing company’s contact information. §92.0133 imposes the most significant tenant protection: before towing an unauthorized vehicle, the landlord must affix a written notice to the vehicle informing the owner that the vehicle will be towed in 24 hours unless removed — UNLESS the vehicle blocks an emergency lane, fire exit, fire hydrant, or other emergency access point (then immediate towing is permitted). §92.0135 protects tenants’ disabled-but-registered vehicles: a vehicle that is currently registered but temporarily disabled may not be towed if the tenant has made reasonable arrangements with the landlord to repair the vehicle. §92.0143 establishes landlord liability for improper towing: the tenant can recover towing costs, vehicle damages, and reasonable attorney fees. Compliance with these statutory requirements is essential — improper towing in Texas creates real landlord liability.
Key Provisions
- Statute: TPC §92.0131-92.0135 (Texas-specific tenant towing protections)
- §92.0131: Written towing rules at lease signing + authorized vehicle list
- §92.0132: Towing signs posted at parking area entrances
- §92.0133: 24-hour written notice on unauthorized vehicles BEFORE towing
- §92.0133 exception: emergency lane/exit blocking = immediate tow OK
- §92.0135: Disabled-but-registered vehicle protection
- §92.0143: Landlord liability for improper towing (towing costs + damages + attorney fees)
Common Mistakes
- No written copy of towing rules provided at lease signing (§92.0131 violation)
- Missing or non-compliant towing signs at parking area entrances (§92.0132)
- Towing without 24-hour written notice on vehicle (§92.0133)
- Towing disabled-but-registered tenant vehicle (§92.0135)
- Failure to maintain authorized vehicle list (§92.0131)
- Using non-compliant towing company (local ordinance + state law)
Best Practices for Lease Addenda
- Identify the master lease. The addendum should reference the lease date and parties so there’s no ambiguity which lease it modifies.
- All parties sign. Every party to the master lease must sign the addendum. If the addendum is not signed by all tenants, it may be unenforceable against the non-signing tenants.
- Attach to the master lease. Keep the addendum physically attached to the lease. A loose addendum can be lost or disputed.
- Be specific. Vague terms create disputes. State exactly what is permitted, prohibited, charged, or modified.
- State precedence. Most addenda say “in the event of conflict between this addendum and the master lease, this addendum controls.”
- Don’t violate state law. Provisions that violate state landlord-tenant law (e.g., waiving habitability, anti-retaliation, security-deposit rules) are unenforceable even if both parties sign.
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⚖ Legal Disclaimer
This addendum form is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. State landlord-tenant law and local rental ordinances impose specific requirements that may affect the enforceability of certain provisions. For Texas towing law, visit TX Attorney General and review TPC Chapter 92, Subchapter C. Consult a qualified landlord-tenant attorney before relying on this template, especially in rent-controlled jurisdictions or for high-value tenancies.
