Property Ownership
Texas Property Code Section 5.076 requires sellers of residential property to provide a written notice to buyers about the existence of water district or MUD (municipal utility district) assessments. This notice informs buyers about:
AThe annual rainfall in the area
BAdditional fees and taxes owed to the MUD for providing water, sewer, drainage, and other services✓ Correct
CThe property's well and septic systems
DFlood insurance requirements
Explanation
Municipal Utility Districts (MUDs) in Texas levy assessments on property owners to repay bonds used to finance infrastructure (water, sewer, drainage). Buyers must receive the MUD notice disclosing that MUD taxes are owed in addition to regular property taxes. Texas Property Code Section 5.076 mandates this disclosure.
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