Building Standards Commission | April 27, 2026

The City of Fort Worth Building Standards Commission held a meeting on April 27, 2026, primarily focused on addressing substandard and hazardous residential properties. The commission reviewed multiple cases involving properties in violation of building and health codes, with staff presenting evidence and recommending orders for repair or demolition. Several owners were given specific time frames, typically 30 to 60 days, to abate nuisances or face city-authorized demolition with associated costs liened against the properties. The commission also assessed civil penalties ranging from $25 to $100 per day for up to 45 days, totaling amounts such as $1,125 to $4,500, depending on the case and progress made. Motions to declare properties substandard, order remediation, and impose penalties were unanimously approved. The meeting included discussions on owners' requests for additional time to comply, with the commission allowing amendment requests and appeals to Tarant County District Court. No new procurement contracts, vendor selections, or budget allocations were discussed during this session.