Retention of Improvements
If, in the instrument of conveyance the property owner retains title to certain improvements, the standard deed clause therein provides that if the owner does not remove the improvements within the specified time limit, title to such improvements automatically passes to the State of Texas. In such instances, title insurance commitments and policies may include an additional exception according to the following example:
“Property interests and rights reserved by (owner's name) with respect to improvements in deed from (owner's name) to assured.”