Tired of that eyesore property on your street? Fort Worth's new NET Force program is cracking down on problem spots, aiming to clean up neighborhoods and make them more enjoyable for everyone.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 14 mentions in the last 30 days, 5 the 60 before, 8 the 90 before that.
Owners face potential demolition costs and liens if they fail to comply with city orders.
Neighbors and the surrounding community benefit from the removal of eyesores and safety hazards.
Property owners who lack the immediate funds or resources to repair their homes.
Four Plano restaurants had emergency closures due to grease-trap and sewage issues, and insects were seen at other eateries in health inspections.
What’s next for the property?
A convenience store was given a warning for insufficient hot water. Two facilities received a perfect score of zero.
“I think they really want to shut the doors and walk away and pretend it never happened,” one attorney said.
Several food establishments received low scores during the June 21-27 round of health inspections. At least one had its permit suspended.
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Two Fort Worth restaurants were temporarily closed due to serious health violations, according to city data compiled by the Star-Telegram.
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The city is asking a Tarrant County court to declare the Central Motel a nuisance and order its owner to curb alleged criminal activity.
The results of Plano restaurant health inspections show lack of proper certifications, hot water issues, and signs of roaches.
One Fort Worth restaurant had “heavy fly activity,” and rodent contamination was seen at another during the latest city health inspections.
Several restaurants and kiosks at AT&T Stadium were inspected over a period of several days in June.
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The city is using a task force to crack down on properties that attract crime and code violations. It's making neighborhoods safer by forcing owners to clean up or shut down.
The city is cracking down on dangerous, dilapidated homes that pose safety risks to neighbors and attract crime. Owners are being ordered to fix them up or tear them down.
The city is cracking down on neglected properties that pose safety risks to the community. These homes often have fire damage, structural issues, or have become magnets for illegal activity.
Trash and other debris sit on a curb outside a home in east Fort Worth. (Scott Nishimura | Fort Worth Report) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/fortworthreport.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_0318-1-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C509&quality=89&ssl=1"...
Fort Worth police block various streets downtown during a rally on Sept. 20, 2025. (Maria Crane | Fort Worth Report/CatchLight Local/Report for America) "...
The commission can assess civil penalties for code violations, aiming to incentivize compliance. These penalties can be substantial and impact property owners financially.
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The city is considering shifting the responsibility for enforcing front and side yard parking violations from the police department to Code Compliance. This aims to improve efficiency and allow police to focus on more serious crimes.
New dashboard highlights progress of Fort Worth’s NET Force program FortWorthTexas.gov
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.
The city is using new camera technology to crack down on illegal dumping in problem areas. This aims to improve neighborhood cleanliness and safety by deterring offenders and holding them accountable.
A discussion was initiated about potentially using municipal courts as a court of record for nuisance abatement properties and boarding home ordinance enforcement, which could streamline enforcement and address property blight.
An update on door-to-door vendor regulations was provided, with a council member expressing support for the recommended changes.
The commission debated and set timelines for property owners to address code violations, balancing the need for swift action with the practical challenges owners face.
NET Force pilot program delivers early results at nuisance properties FortWorthTexas.gov
An auto repair shop proposed for 5904 & 5908 Etsie Street was denied due to concerns about its impact on the Trinity River and incompatibility with the city's long-term vision for the area, which favors residential development and green space.
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