Fort Worth Targets Seven Problem Properties in New Phase of NET Force Code Enforcement Program

FORT WORTH, Texas — The City of Fort Worth is expanding its Nuisance Enforcement Task Force (NET Force) program, targeting seven additional properties with significant code violations, hazardous conditions and public safety concerns.

The latest phase, which began October 1, 2026, includes three motels, a shopping center, an apartment complex and two residential properties across Fort Worth.

City officials say the initiative builds on the results of an earlier pilot program that brought together multiple city departments to address properties with persistent code compliance problems and criminal activity.

The goal is to hold property owners accountable, correct dangerous conditions and improve safety for residents, tenants and surrounding neighborhoods.

Seven Fort Worth Properties Selected for NET Force Enforcement

City staff assessed the seven properties before selecting them for the latest phase of the program.

The properties include:

The NET Force team began focusing on these locations October 1, with the objective of bringing each property into compliance with applicable city codes and addressing outstanding safety concerns.

The city has not specified a deadline for completing enforcement activities at the seven locations.

Hazardous Buildings, Electrical Problems and Criminal Activity Among Concerns

According to Fort Worth officials, the selected properties vary in condition and the types of violations requiring attention.

Some locations have significant structural and maintenance problems, while others have documented criminal activity or conditions that present public safety concerns.

Problems identified across the properties include:

• Structural deterioration and substandard building conditions

• Compromised electrical systems

• Unsecured buildings and structures

• Property maintenance violations

• Illegal dumping and accumulated debris

• Documented criminal activity and other public safety concerns

Not every property has all of these problems.

City officials say Code Compliance personnel and the Fort Worth Police Department will work together to address the issues through appropriate enforcement procedures.

The primary objective is to secure voluntary or enforced compliance with city requirements rather than automatically close the properties.

However, the earlier pilot demonstrated that some owners may choose to close their properties when they cannot meet required safety standards.

NET Force Pilot Program Addressed Persistent Neighborhood Problems

Fort Worth originally launched NET Force as a pilot initiative to coordinate city resources at properties with serious or recurring violations.

Rather than relying on individual departments to address separate problems, the program brings together enforcement and public safety resources to address conditions more comprehensively.

The pilot resulted in corrective action at several locations, including substantial code compliance improvements and the closure of some businesses.

The original pilot properties have now moved into a monitoring phase, meaning city officials will continue checking conditions and following up on unresolved issues.

Sandy Oaks Apartments Reaches Full Code Compliance After 850 Violations Addressed

One of the pilot program's most significant results occurred at Sandy Oaks Apartments, located in the 1500 block of Sany Lane in East Fort Worth, east of Interstate 820.

According to the city, property owners worked with Code Compliance staff and the Fort Worth Police Department to address longstanding violations.

The effort resulted in the abatement of 850 violations, and the property reached full code compliance.

City officials reported that no tenant complaints have been received following the corrective work.

However, the Fort Worth Police Department continues addressing active criminal activity at the apartment complex.

Although the property has achieved code compliance, police involvement remains ongoing.

Southside Food Market Closes, Rocky's II Remains Under Review

Two other locations from the NET Force pilot were businesses along Hemphill Street.

At Rocky's II, located in the 4200 block of Hemphill Street, minor substandard conditions remain and are being addressed.

Fort Worth's Environmental Services Department is also handling a litter-related case at the property.

Meanwhile, Southside Food Market, formerly known as Rocky's I, eventually closed following several follow-up inspections conducted as part of the enforcement process.

The city did not specify the exact date of the closure or whether the business intends to reopen.

Eco Motel on East Lancaster Makes Progress on Repairs

Another pilot property, the Eco Motel on East Lancaster Avenue, has made substantial progress toward correcting problems with its lodging structures.

According to city officials, repair work has advanced significantly, although the property remains subject to follow-up inspections.

Fort Worth Code Compliance personnel will continue working with the owner and monitoring the condition of the buildings.

The city has not indicated when the Eco Motel might achieve full compliance.

Fort Worth Continues Efforts to Improve Neighborhood Safety

With the pilot phase completed, Fort Worth officials are applying the same coordinated enforcement approach to the seven newly selected properties.

The initiative is intended to address conditions that can negatively affect nearby residents, businesses and neighborhoods.

While some property owners in the original pilot successfully corrected violations, other locations required continued enforcement or ultimately closed.

City officials say the new phase will focus on obtaining compliance and correcting outstanding conditions through the appropriate legal and administrative processes.

The seven properties will remain the focus of NET Force enforcement efforts as the city works to address hazardous buildings, nuisance conditions and public safety concerns.