Code Compliance

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The Code Compliance Department maintains the City of Fort Worth's status as a clean, livable city by ensuring the property complies with rules set by City Council. Code Officers routinely patrol assigned neighborhoods for code violations and investigate complaints with a mission of abating issues and educating residents.

Issues & Information

Front Yard Parking

The City of Fort Worth front yard and side yard parking ordinance prohibits parking a motor vehicle in the front or side yard of a residence except in a driveway or a paved parking space.

High Grass and Weeds

City code requires property owners to keep grass and weeds in their yards and vacant lots under 12 inches.

Illegal Dumping

Illegal dumping' is putting trash, garbage, waste, anything discarded where it doesn't belong, whether or not the person dumping owns the property.

Junk Vehicles

Junk vehicle owners face fines as high as $200 and the vehicle may be towed away and destroyed.

Substandard Structures

A substandard structure is any building that does not meet the standards or specifications established in the building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical codes and endanger the life, health, and safety of the public.

Trash and Debris

Old junk, garbage, ires, rubbish, furniture, appliances, car parts or anything else stored outside can be dangerous and is prohibited.

Open and Vacant Structures

When abandoned houses remain open and unsecured, they provide opportunities for illegal activities such as prostitution and drug sales.

Zoning Issues

Zoning violations are considered harmless by some, but they can have detrimental effects on property value and safety.

Oversized Commercial Vehicles

It is unlawful to park any oversized commercial vehicle, with a gross weight of at least 15,000 pounds (or any vehicle designed to carry more than 15 passengers) on any residentially zoned property.

Rental Property

According to city code, a vacant structure that is not secured against entry is considered unsafe.

Abandoned Shopping Carts

Local grocers, community organizations, and the Code Compliance Department are working together to round up abandoned shopping carts in Fort worth neighborhoods.

Multi-Family Fire Safety

Fire safety and prevention tips for Multi-Family Housing about fireworks and propane.

Code Report

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