Tenant Smoking On Property

[Bailey A.]

Hi Everyone,

I currently have a tenant who is smoking on the property. She accidentally gave herself up on a phone call. The lease states no smoking is permitted in or on the premises. She also stated on her application that she was a non-smoker. Clearly this a breach of contract. She only has 3 months left in her lease (we signed a 6 month lease). For those of you familiar with TX law, am I obligated to tell her she violated the lease or can I let it ride until she moves out and keep quiet about it? Also, do I have to do any repairs (that aren't considered an emergency) if she is in violation? Any advice would help. 

[Nathan Gesner]

Quote from @Bailey A.:

Three months left on the lease? The damage is already done. Kicking her out now won't make much difference. I would wait until the last month of her lease, then let her know you are aware of it, that you won't be renewing her lease, and that she'll be charged for the cleaning, deodorizing, or whatever. Then deal with it after she's gone.