What Is the Statute of Limitations for Property Damage in Texas?
In Texas, the statute of limitations for property damage is generally 2 years under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003(a).
Property damage Deadlines in Texas
How long do you have to file a property damage claim in Texas?
In Texas, the statute of limitations for property damage is generally 2 years under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 16.003(a).
When does the clock start for property damage in Texas?
Two years. Section 16.003(a) covers trespass for injury to the estate or property of another, conversion of personal property, and taking or detaining the personal property of another.
Can the Texas deadline for property damage be extended?
Texas runs property claims on the same two-year clock as personal injury — shorter than most states. Continuing damage can affect accrual.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Texas?
Often, yes. Written notice to the governmental unit within 6 months under Tex. Civ. Prac. & Rem. Code § 101.101. The Texas Tort Claims Act requires notice to the governmental unit within six months of the incident. A city charter or ordinance may impose a substantially shorter deadline — some as short as 45 to 90 days — and that shorter period controls. The general two-y…
How does Texas compare to other states for property damage?
Texas's 2 years is among the shortest in the country. Across the 51 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for property damage ranges from 2 years to 10 years, and 3 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Property Damage Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the property damage deadline in Texas:
