"Residence" means a fixed and permanent abode or dwelling-place for the time being, as contradistinguished from a mere temporary locality of existence. For legal purposes, where you sleep is only part of the answer to where you live.I am a resident of this county and a U.S. citizen; and. To establish Texas as your domicile, you must live in Texas with the intention of making it your fixed and permanent home. Establishing residency status as a Dependent of parents who are Texas residents. (1) when the tenant or any other legal occupant is in the dwelling; or. (2) more than once during a rental payment period. Domicile refers to the place you call home permanently. Your domicile is important for legal purposes such as paying taxes, voting, and claiming benefits.