Code Enforcement

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Abandoned Shopping Carts

Abandoned Shopping Carts

Code Compliance, local groceries and neighborhoods are working together to round up abandoned shopping carts in Fort Worth neighborhoods.



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Property Waste and Debris

Property Waste and Debris

Accumulated trash and debris pose health and safety risks and may result in fines, legal action, or cleanup costs for property owners.



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Boarding Home Facilities

Boarding Home Facilities

Boarding home facilities provide lodging and supportive services to three or more elderly and/or disabled individuals.



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Fort Worth Mobile Tool Shed

Fort Worth Mobile Tool Shed

The Fort Worth Mobile Tool Shed is a free program that delivers yard tools to residents, making home and property maintenance easy and accessible.



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High Grass and Weeds

High Grass and Weeds

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



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Junked Vehicles

Junked Vehicles

Junked vehicles on private property aren’t just an eyesore. They’re a public nuisance that create many safety hazards in our community.



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Code Rangers

Code Rangers

Protect your neighborhood, preserve your property value, and strengthen your community. Become a Code Ranger volunteer!



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Oversized Commercial Vehicles

Oversized Commercial Vehicles

Parking vehicles over 15,000 pounds or designed for more than 15 passengers, such as dump trucks or buses, is prohibited on residential property.



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Rental Property

Rental Property

Fort Worth mandates annual registration for multi-family rentals; single-family and duplex registration is mostly voluntary.



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Substandard Structures

Substandard Structures

A substandard structure is a building that fails to meet code and threatens public safety.



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Open and Vacant Structures

Open and Vacant Structures

Houses and business that are abandoned and unsecured aren't just considered unsafe. They're also subject to fines.



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Zoning Issues

Zoning Issues

Although considered harmless by some, zoning violations can have detrimental effects on street congestion, property values, safety and more.



Code Divisions

 

Building Standards

 

Neighborhood Investigations

Monthly Code Report

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The Building Standards Division consists of the Substandard Buildings Section and the Multifamily Registration & Inspection Program. Substandard Buildings Code Officers inspect residential and commercial structures, while Multifamily Code Officers focus on apartment complexes and properties with three or more units.

 

The Neighborhood Investigations Division consists of neighborhood Code Officers who investigate such violations as high grass and weeds, open and vacant structures, junk vehicles, accumulation of debris, contaminated bulk waste and zoning issues.

 

Community Programs

 

Customer Service

The call center is open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. 

For questions or to report an issue by phone, call 817-392-1234.

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