Board of Adjustment | September 16, 2026

The City of Fort Worth Board of Adjustment held a meeting on September 16, 2026, to consider multiple variance and special exception requests related to residential and commercial properties. Key procurement-related discussions included approvals and denials of variances for setbacks, parking requirements, driveway coverage, and accessory structures such as storage sheds, carports, smokehouses, and pool houses. Notable cases involved requests to exceed height limits for electric substations and accessory structures, allowances for electronic changeable copy on commercial signage, and variances for parking space locations behind front building walls. Several motions were passed, including continuances to allow applicants to provide additional information or revise plans. The board also approved a special exception for electronic signage at a commercial site and variances for a new duplex development with some requests denied or withdrawn. The meeting concluded with the introduction of a new planning assistant and adjournment. Throughout, the board emphasized compliance with zoning ordinances, neighborhood compatibility, and consideration of hardships related to property configurations and topography.