Eviction Information
Texas Apartment Association
Supreme Court of Texas issues new order
relating to evictions effective Sept. 17
New SCOTX order effective now through December 15
The Supreme Court of Texas issued a 25th emergency order relating to evictions, effective September 17 and expiring December 15. The new order requires all property owners in residential eviction cases to include information in the eviction petition about whether the CARES Act applies to the suit, as well as whether a CDC eviction moratorium Declaration has been delivered to the property owner. It also provides a procedure to allow eviction cases to proceed if the property owner contests the Declaration or the CDC Order.
TAA has developed new FAQs related to the order and has updated its Eviction Petition to comply. The revised form is available on the TAA website and in REDBOOK Online and will be updated in TAA Click & Lease as soon as possible. We’ve also developed a form members can use to challenge declarations under the CDC Order and have addressed that in the FAQs, as well. If you have questions about the form, please contact communications@taa.org.
We continue to encourage TAA members to work with residents to avoid evictions where possible, and to consult with their legal counsel for additional guidance.
As we've seen throughout the pandemic, there has also been a heightened interest from the media, as well as tenant advocacy groups, in evictions and other actions by rental housing providers.
At the same time, we understand and share your concerns about how orders regarding evictions impact your business. If you have examples of how you’ve been affected by past orders, please reach out to our team at
governmentaffairs@taa.org and share your experience. Concrete examples are invaluable in our advocacy efforts.
Gov. Greg Abbott issues Executive Order-30 on September 17
On September 17, Gov. Greg Abbott issued Executive Order-30, which reflects the next step in the state’s Open Texas plan.
This most recent order increases capacity for some businesses and facilities to 75 percent, including gyms and exercise facilities. It also stipulates no limits for tanning salons and beauty services, as long as social distance is maintained between work stations.
Webinar covering the SCOTX order coming soon
TAA will be scheduling a free webinar for members covering the SCOTX 25th emergency order. Watch the TAA website and member emails for details.
SCOTX issues 26th Emergency Order September 18
SCOTX has also issued a 26th Emergency Order. Among other provisions, this order bans all in-person jury proceedings in justice and municipal courts until December 1. District, county, and probate courts may hold in-person jury trials only after certain actions.
Questions? TAA has a dedicated email for members with coronavirus-related questions: COVID-19@taa.org
Featured Member
