Polytechnic Heights is getting a facelift! Texas Wesleyan is working with the city on a revitalization project that could bring new housing and improved community spots to the neighborhood.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 5 the 60 before, 7 the 90 before that.
These grants provide millions of dollars for critical community services.
Low-to-moderate income families and residents who receive housing assistance and public services.
Residents experiencing prolonged construction disruptions.
Groundbreaking set for 302 new apartments, townhomes in Fort Worth's Stop Six WFAA
Kincaid’s Hamburgers is one of many iconic locations along Camp Bowie Boulevard in Fort Worth, pictured on May 7, 2026. (Fort Worth Report | Bob Francis) "...
The council discussed the longer timelines for neighborhood street reconstruction projects compared to simple resurfacing, emphasizing the complexity of full reconstruction and contractor performance oversight.
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The project is also giving students a purpose and valuable work experience.
The commission is responsible for determining if properties are substandard or hazardous and ordering owners to correct the issues or face demolition. This impacts neighborhood safety and property values.
A business owner's request for a projecting sign over a historic arched window was denied, highlighting the tension between business needs for visibility and strict adherence to historic preservation guidelines in the Stockyards.
National Community Development Week highlighted the crucial role of federal grants like CDBG and HOME in funding affordable housing, home repairs, and essential public services for low-to-moderate income families.
The commission is responsible for identifying and ordering the repair or demolition of properties that are unsafe and pose a risk to public health and safety. This involves reviewing evidence of structural damage, fire damage, or other conditions that violate building codes.
A request was made for a comprehensive review of city-owned properties to identify and address deferred maintenance, aiming to prevent costly future repairs.
The annual awards ceremony celebrates and recognizes the hard work and dedication of neighborhood associations and residents who contribute to making Fort Worth a better place.
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The committee was introduced to Jesus Murillo, the new Neighborhood Program Coordinator. His role is crucial for the effective implementation and advancement of the Neighborhood Improvement Program, which aims to serve Fort Worth residents.
The HFC will purchase six vacant lots from tax foreclosure to be used for future single-family housing development, aiming to increase the city's housing stock.
The commission approved a conditional use permit for a lodging house operated by a church, aiming to provide affordable housing options for those who cannot afford market-rate rents.
The commission denied a request to keep a metal carport that violated material guidelines in the Terrell Heights Historic District. This upholds standards for traditional materials in accessory structures.
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