Building Standards Commission - Regular Meeting

Good morning. It is now 931, and we'll call the August 24th Building Standards Commission meeting to order. If you'll please rise and join me in the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance. Is there a motion and a second to accept the previous meeting minutes?

Motion to accept.

Second. Ms. Dottie? Second. Ready for a vote?

This is a vote to accept the previous meeting's minutes. Mr. Black?

Yes.

Mr. G. Wally? Yes. Ms. Dottie?

Aye.

Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Liu? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0. Ms. Borders, will you please present the evidentiary packet? Is there a motion and a second to accept the evidentiary packet? Motion to accept.

Second.

Mr. Liu, second by Ms. Zadadi. Ready for a vote?

This is a motion to accept the evidentiary packet. Mr. Black?

Yes. Mr. Iwali? Yes.

Ms. Dottie?

Aye.

Mr. Walker?

Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0. Will anyone need the services of a translator today?

Yes, we'll need a translator for one of our cases.

Good morning. Please stand and raise your right hand. Do you solemnly swear or affirm that the translation you give today will be true and accurate to the best of your ability? Thank you. Will all of those who intend to give testimony before commission today please rise, raise your right hand and take an oath of truth? Do you solemnly swear or affirm that the testimony you give today will be the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth? Thank you, may be seated. Are there any cases to be withdrawn today?

Yes. New case residential, HS 26100, 10820 Braymore Drive. HS 26101, 10820 Braymore Drive. HS 2678, 4566 Hemphill Street, primary and accessory structures. ACP 2690, 6009 Callaway Court. ACP 2696, 7825 Gaston Avenue. ACP 2697, 6104 Springleaf Circle. ACP 2686, 722 West Boyce Avenue. HS 2557, 5204 East Berry Street.

All right, is there a motion and a second to accept the withdrawals? Motion to accept.

Second.

All right, ready for a vote?

This is a motion to withdraw those cases. Mr. Black? Yes. Mr. Jawali? Yes. Ms. Dottie?

Aye.

Mr. Walker?

Aye.

Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye. That motion carries 7-0. If you want to go ahead and read the disclaimer and then call first case.

As a matter of information, please know that our commission members are not city employees, but citizens of Fort Worth who are appointed by the city council to serve on this board. Each member is highly qualified and capable of understanding the problems associated with repairing or demolishing a structure. The commission members involved in our session today are David Castles, Jonathan Leiden, Mohanji Awali, Stephanie Dyke, Jose Juarez, Stephanie Thompson, Janet Lane, Brian Black, Melandi Dottie, James Walker, and Alla Liu. Please note for the record that David Castles, Jonathan Lydon, Stephanie Dyke, and Janet Lane are absent. The city employees involved in today's proceedings are Deputy Code Compliance Director Shannon Elder, Superintendents Oscar Reyes and Ty Kitchens, Supervisors Kenneth Young and Jason Pittman, all represent Code Compliance and present supporting evidence for cases that are heard. Executive Secretary Jerry Smith, Title Investigator Celali Vasquez, Senior Administrative Assistant Stephanie Gonzalez, Senior Assistant Attorney Harvey Frey, Assistant City Attorney Doreen Walters, who both provide information and legal guidance to the Commission, Assistant City Attorney Elizabeth Porter, who provides information and legal guidance to city staff, Uh, there are code compliance officers just outside council chambers. These officers will assist owners, lien holders and or citizens who wish to speak at today's meeting, and they are your liaison with the commission. Judith Scott is the interpreter for today's meeting. The City of Fort Worth Department of Code Compliance has requested a public hearing for this commission to determine whether each structure on the agenda is substandard and or hazardous, to determine whether the owners of the properties on the agenda have allowed the accumulation of debris in violation of the code of City of Fort Worth, and to issue orders directing the owners of the properties to correct these conditions within a specified timeframe. Please note the Commission cannot make determinations as to the highest and best use of land, nor can the Commission determine whether the existing land use is compatible with adjacent neighborhoods. These issues should be addressed with the Planning and Zoning Commissions. The Commission can only consider evidence presented for its review. If you are requesting more than 90 days to comply with an order, you should present a written action plan with specific timelines. A ruling will be made based on the preponderance of evidence presented by the owners, lien holders, mortgages, or duly authorized representatives having power of attorney, interested parties, interested groups, and city staff. The Commission will first hear cases where citizens are in attendance to give testimony, then in the order the cases appear on today's agenda. The Commission will break for a work session at approximately noon. The following guidelines apply for presentations before the Commission. Any member of the public who addresses the Building Standards Commission through an interpreter shall be given at least twice the amount of time as a member of the public who does not require the assistance of an interpreter. This is to ensure that non-English speakers receive the same opportunity to address the commission. City staff will present their case. Owners, lien holders, and or mortgages of record will have the opportunity to cross-examine city staff. The owners, lien holders, and or mortgages of record will present their case. City staff will have the opportunity to cross-examine the owners, lien holders, and or mortgages of record. Interested parties will be given three minutes to present evidence or testimony about the case being presented before the commission. Groups of five or more individuals are given seven minutes to present evidence or testimony about the case being presented before the commission. The city staff will be allowed to present rebuttal testimony. The owners, lien holders and or mortgages of record will be allowed to cross-examine city staff. The owners, lien holders and or mortgages of record will be allowed to present rebuttal testimony. City staff will be allowed to cross-examine the owners, lien holders and or mortgages of record. The commissioners may ask questions and request further evidence for clarification as they deem appropriate. If you intend to participate in this hearing, please complete an appearance form and submit it to the city staff located at the table just outside council chambers. To request more time to comply with the commission's order or to request a reduction in the amount of civil penalties, the owner, lien holder, or duly authorized representative may request an amendment to the Building Standards Commission order. This request must be submitted to the executive secretary of the Building Standards Commission before said order expires or within 30 days of the effective date of a civil penalty order. This request may be made one time only. If you disagree with the order of the commission, you have the right to appeal to the Tarrant County District Court. This appeal must be filed within 30 days of the mailing date of the order. Please turn off or silence all electronic devices. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. When approaching the podium to speak, please make sure that both microphones are adjusted to your height so your testimony can be easily heard. First case new case residential hs 2683 to 309 primrose avenue primary structure aka lot nine block 10 occurs, a subdivision of tarrant county Texas, according to the mapper plat thereof. recorded in volume 204, page 107 of the Matt Records of Tarrant County, Texas. Owner, New Nest Properties, LLC, lien holder, Keyavi Funding, Inc. And we have a appearance form from Jose Rodriguez.

You just want to have a seat right here. On that front row, I guess. Thank you. Is the city ready? Okay.

The city would call officer Franklin Young to present the case.

Morning commissioners. My name is Franklin Young. I'm with the code compliance officer with the building standards division. I'm here to present evidence for 2309 from Rose Avenue. The case was originated on November 25th of 2025. The case was originated by Officer Marissa Rodriguez. Notices were sent out on November 25th, 2025, December 29th of 2025, and May 30th of 2026. Permits are PB26-10424, PB26-11045, and PB26-10423, all issued on August 10th of 2026. The structure is currently vacant and secured. Inspection was conducted on August 12th of 2026 with contractor representatives present. Notice to appear at today's hearing was mailed and posted on the property on August 10th of 2026. The primary structure is currently in a substandard hazardous condition due to deteriorated and rotted interior framing, water damaged interior walls, fascia deteriorated with falling and loose rain gutters, Ceiling has several holes with hanging wires. Flooring is weakened and breached. Broken window with glass shards remaining. Dilapidated and rotted exterior siding. Dilapidated roof shingles. There are other conditions that contribute to the structure being in violation of minimum building standards ordinance, and they can be found on the included structure inspection report. Officer has spoken with the contractor who informed once permits have been issued, it would take between 60 to 90 days to complete the building. There is a public library, fire station 19, four city parks, four schools, and other gathering places within the mile of this location. Staff recommends that the Building Standards Commission declare the structure to be substandard and hazardous, that the owner be given 30 days to repair or demolish the structure. If the owner does not comply with said order, authorize city staff to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property. This concludes my testimony.

Any questions from commissioners? Mr. Rodriguez? You'll state your name and city of residence.

Jose Rodriguez, residence 1230 Riverbend Drive, Dallas, Texas 75247.

And what's your relation to this property? Property manager. Property manager, okay. Do you have anything from the owner given?

To represent him.

To represent him? Yes. Oh, okay. Okay.

You need that?

Yes, please. Okay, because it's not a full power of attorney, we can still hear from you today as an interested party, but we don't have to answer questions or rebuttal. Just let us know what you would like us to know about the property.

I have the full plans. Okay. Also started work out there this weekend. We have a trash dump out there as well to throw away all the trash. And I talked to my contractor. He said probably... Between 30 days to 60 days, it'll be done. Since it is a full rehab.

Since it's what, I'm sorry?

It's a full rehab in addition.

You're asking for 60 days?

Yes.

And did you have a plan you wanted to share with us? Yes. Okay. Okay. Does the city have any questions if you want to stay in?

What was the timeline for completing these repairs?

Between 30 to 60 days.

No further questions.

Okay.

Is the city ready to close?

Yes, thank you.

The city requests that the structures be declared substandard and hazardous. The city further requests that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days, that city staff be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

All right. Thank you. The city has asked for 30 days, and I think you've asked for 60. At this time, we'll close the public portion of the hearing and open it up for a motion.

I move that the structure be declared substandard and hazardous. Second. Second by Mr. Alou. Ready for a vote?

This is a motion to declare the primary structures substandard and hazardous. Mr. Black? Yes. Mr. Jawali? Yes. Ms. Dottie? Aye. Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Liu? Yes. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

That motion carries 7-0.

I move that the owner order to repair or demolish the structure within 60 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 60 days, the city staff will be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and the lien, all the costs associated with the demolition against the property.

Second. Second by Mr. Liu. Any discussion? All right, ready for a vote?

This is a motion to order this primary structure be repaired or demolished within 60 days. Mr. Black?

Yes.

Mr. Iwali?

Yes.

Ms. Dottie? Aye. Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0. This commission has declared the structure to be substandard and hazardous and given the owner 60 days to repair or demolish. Owner, lien holder, or mortgagee of record have the right to request an amendment within 60 days from the date of this order. Owner, lien holder, or mortgagee of record have the right to file an appeal to the Tarrant County District Court within 30 days of the date the city mails a copy of the order. Commission also gives notice that failure on the part of the owner to comply with the day's order may result in the scheduling and conducting of a civil penalty hearing to determine the amount of penalty to be paid. Thank you for coming today. Next case.

Next case, new case residential, HS 2698, 4101 Eastland Street, primary structure, aka lot C, block 15, Burton Acres, in addition to the city of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, according to the plot recorded in volume 388-W, page 19, Platt Records, Tarrant County, Texas. Owner is Charlie Carl Day, lien holder, is administrator of Veterans Affairs. And we have an appearance form from Marilyn Aggie.

You want to have a seat on that front row up there? Thank you. City ready?

Yes, thank you. The city would call Officer William Lowery to present the case.

Good morning, commissioners. This case originated May 30th, 2026. This case was initiated by officer William Larry notices May 30th, 2026 and June 25th, 2026. No permits active on file. Vacant and secured by owner. Administrative search warrant was executed on August the 7th, 2026. Notice to appear at today's hearing was mailed and posted on the property on August 10th, 2026. The primary structure is currently in a substandard and hazardous condition due to Holes in the roof, damaged singles with rotted decking, rotted roof joints, breaches on ceiling with exposed rafters, missing and dilapidated siding pulling away from the walls with exposed wall studs, exposed electrical wiring, damaged and cracked flooring, dilapidated window frames, and insect infestation. There are other conditions that contribute to the structure being in violation of the minimum building standards ordinance and they can be found on the included structure inspection report. There are two schools to churches one part six businesses and one major thoroughfare within a mile from the structure. Staff recommends that the building standards Commission declare the structure to be substandard and hazardous. that the owner be given 30 days to repair or demolish the structure. If the owner does not comply with said order, authorize city staff to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property. This concludes my testimony.

Thank you. Any contact with any owners or anyone responsible for the property?

Have not been able to. Calls, emails, mail, nothing, sir.

Thank you.

Any other questions?

Ms. Agee? Good morning.

Good morning, and it's Agee.

Agee, I'm sorry. If you'll state your name and city of residence.

Maryland Agee, DeSoto, Texas.

And what is your relation to this property?

I am one of the surviving children of Charles Day and Willie Day. They're both deceased.

Okay. And what would you like us, or did you have any questions of the officer on his testimony?

Nope, I'm agreeing it's substandard. Currently, there are four siblings. I am not willing to incur the cost to try to bring this house up to code. I have contacted a company called We Buy Ugly Houses to purchase the property. I have not finalized that yet. Meeting with them after 3 p.m. today to get a timeline because there are four surviving siblings. In order for me to initiate the sale or anything of the property, I'm told that since there is no will, so nothing went through probate, all four siblings would have to agree. We are currently really not in communication One of the siblings is homeless, so it would take me a while to locate him. So, can I bring it up to code? I'm not willing to. And that's from a financial standpoint.

Are you, but you're saying, but you don't have any plans to do anything with it, but try to sell it? Is that?

Correct.

Okay. What about demolition? Is that something?

If I cannot get the paperwork done and sold, my next step is to have it demolished.

So how long are you asking us? What time frame for today?

I would like at least 60 days to finalize things with the company that's interested in buying it. And if I cannot get that finalized within 60 days, then my plan is to have it demolished.

Any questions from commissioners?

Do you have the financial means to demolish it if it need be?

Depending on the cost.

Okay.

Does the city have any questions?

No questions.

Are you ready to close?

Yes, thank you. The city requests that the structure be declared substandard and hazardous. The city further requests that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days, that the city staff be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

All right. So the city's asked for 30 days and I think you've asked for 60 days. Anything else you care to add today?

No, well, that's not true. Is there anyone at the city that I can contact to determine the cost to have it demolished?

You can talk with your code officer. I don't know if they'll have that information or not, but your code officer here can talk to you about that afterwards.

Okay. And since I no longer live at the Normal Street address, I'm no longer in Fort Worth, the mail went to my old address. So who do I talk to about changing the address so that any further communication comes straight to me?

Your code officer can also get that changed or get it to the right area.

Thank you very much.

At this time, we'll close the public portion of the hearing and open it up for a motion. Move that the structure be declared substandard and hazardous.

Second.

Any discussion? Ready for a vote?

This is a motion to declare the primary structure substandard and hazardous. Mr. Black? Yes. Mr. Diwali? Yes. Ms. Dottie? Aye. Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0.

Move that the owner be ordered to repair, demolish the structure within 30 days. If the owner fails to repair, demolish the structure within 30 days, the city staff be authorized to enter into the property and cause a demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

Second.

Second by Ms. Dottie. Any discussion?

I think that we could do this 60 days. I don't think that she's trying to circumvent anything. And I know getting signatures and siblings can take a while.

I would be unopposed to the 60 days as well.

Yeah, I just picked the 30 because in the past to try to find people to sign, first of all, to get this thing sold is going to be a high risk. She also was questioning that she would go ahead and demo it herself. I figured that if that was the case, she could get the amendment and ask for another 30 days to get it demoed.

I'd like to go ahead and just introduce the substitute motion.

Okay, is there any more discussion on the first motion? You have a substitute motion?

I move that we let the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 60 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 60 days, the city staff be authorized to enter into the property and cause demolition to said structures and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

Second. Who was that? Was it Mr. Juarez? Oh, Mr. Walker. Sorry, there's a glare I can't see over there. Any discussion?

And more so especially since I thought it was, and I understand what you're saying, I think, but since she doesn't live in Fort Worth and having to come all the way down here when I think she has kind of a more clear course of action seems just.

All right, so now we have the 60 day on the table ready for a vote.

This is a motion to repair or demolish the primary structure within 60 days. Mr. Black?

Yes.

Mr. Diwali?

Yes.

Ms. Dottie?

Aye.

Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Liu? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0. This commission has declared the structure to be substandard and hazardous and given the owner 60 days to repair or demolish. Owner, lien holder, mortgagee of record have the right to request an amendment within 60 days from the date of this order. owner, lien holder, mortgagee, or record have the right to file an appeal to the Tarrant County District Court within 30 days of the date the city mails a copy of our order. Commission also gives notice of failure on the part of the owner to comply with today's order may result in the scheduling and conducting of a civil penalty hearing to determine the amount of penalty to be paid. Thank you for coming in today and you can stay in touch with your code officer.

Thank you very much.

Thank you. Next case.

Next case, new case residential, HS 2697, 3101 Northwest 25th Street, primary structure, aka lots 1 and 2, block 178, Rosen Heights addition, second filing, in addition to the City of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas. According to the plot recorded in volume 204-A, page 154, Platt Records, Tarrant County, Texas. Owner, Freddie Monroe and Josie Monroe. Lean holder, Pedro R. Rodriguez and Maria A. Rodriguez. Elvin John Rosa, agent for Bankers Insurance Company, doing business as Act Quick Bail Bonds. Elvin John Rosa, Bankers Insurance, doing business as Act Quick Bail Bonds. And we have an appearance form from Josie Monroe and Stephanie Monroe.

I'm coming to the first row up here. Is the city ready?

Yes, thank you. The city would call Officer Franklin Young to present the case.

Good morning again, commissioners. I'm here to present evidence for 3101 Northwest 25th Street. The case was originated on March 20th, 2025 by Max Morris. Notices were sent out on March 20th, 2025 June 5th, 2025, September 15th of 2025, April 7th of 2026, and June 25th of 2026. There are no active permits on file and it is vacant and secured by the owner. Inspection was conducted on August the 12th, 2026 with the owner present. Notice to appear at today's hearing was mailed and posted on the property on August 10th of 2026. The primary structure is currently in a substandard and hazardous condition due to exterior walls severely damaged with several breaches, roof bowing with deteriorated fascia and missing shingles, foundation shifted with missing skirting, flooring is weakened with breaches exposing the subfloor, doors and windows are out of plumb due to foundational shift, exposed and compromised wiring, breaches allowing harbors for pests and vectors, and rotted structural framing. There are other conditions that contribute to the structure being in violation of minimum building standards ordinance and they can be found on the included in structure inspection report. Officer has spoken with the owner who intends to repair the structure. There are three public schools, two city parks, fire station 15 and other gathering places within a mile of this location. Staff recommends that the building standards commission declare the structure to be substandard and hazardous Let the owner be given 30 days to repair or demolish the structure. If the owner does not comply with said order, authorize city staff to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property. This concludes my testimony.

Thank you. Any questions from commissioners? All right. If you would state your name and city of residence.

Josephine Monroe. I live at 3101 Northwest 25th Street.

All right. Did you have any questions for the code officer?

No.

All right. What would you like us to know about the property and your plans?

I'm the only one that lives there, and I have neglected it. And it does need a lot of work, and I am working on it. It looks better than it is now, the way it looks now. And I have a man that's supposed to come in two weeks and redo the whole room.

Okay.

And when you've seen the floor opening, that's because we were leveling the house. That's why the floor was opened up. We were already working on it.

What about the exterior?

On the exterior, we're working on all that, too.

So how much time are you asking for?

Well, I didn't have no income coming in, but I already signed for my Social Security, and it starts in September. I'm supposed to be getting $883, so...

So how long do you need to get this back, this home back?

Well, I am asking for 60 days.

Okay.

And it's been because I did neglect it and I didn't have no income. But I worked my life to get that home and I don't wanna lose it.

Do you have a contractor that's gonna do the work for you?

Yes.

What about permits?

On the permits, I don't know. I got to get a homeowner's permit.

Yeah, you need to work with the city to get a rebuild, to work with, if you're going to be rebuilding it. So work with your, your contractor should know about that. Okay.

Any questions from commissioners? Did you say you're currently living in the property?

No, I'm staying with my daughter right now.

Okay.

While we're working on it. Okay.

Does the city have any questions?

No questions, but I don't know that Ms. Monroe was sworn in when we started.

Were you here when we took the oath of truth?

No.

Okay, we'll get that real quick. And anybody else that came in later, if you plan to give testimony today, we can go ahead and do this now. If you'll raise your right hand, do you solemnly swear or affirm the testimony you give today will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? Thank you. So no other questions?

Maybe just one. You said that you've engaged a contractor. What repairs are you starting with?

We're supposed to be doing the whole roof. The roof, okay. Can you pull that down?

Put the microphone down a little bit. There you go, thank you.

And do you have a time frame for when that's going to commence?

It's supposed to start in two weeks because he's doing a job right now.

When was the house last occupied?

When they citated me that nobody could stay there.

I'm sorry. We can't hear you. I'm sorry.

When they gave me a citation that nobody could stay there because I don't have no water either.

When was that, though?

I don't know.

Roughly, I meant.

I don't recall.

This year, last year?

This year was when I started staying with her. This started last year, but sad to say that I did forget about it. That's not something to forget about, but that's the truth.

I don't think I have anything further.

Okay. We have a Stephanie Monroe, where you want to speak? Good morning, you'll state your name and city of residence.

Stephanie Monroe, 2501 Northeast 30th Street, Fort Worth, Texas.

Okay, and what would you like us to know about this property?

Are we able to request the 90 days?

You can request up to 90 days without a work plan.

Because she has had other health problems and we're her only help that we go and help when we're not working. And my brother has helped her do applications for help and assistance here at her residence. So they're waiting on them to get back with them.

Y'all are asking for 90 days?

Yes.

All right, thank you.

Any questions from commissioners?

I have a question. You said the floor was open because they were leveling it. Did they finish the foundation work?

We were doing the level work and then someone, me and her, went out of town for a funeral. And when we were out of town that weekend, someone came and hit the corner of the house with their vehicle. So it messed up a lot more work on that side where the kitchen is. So that's why I'm requesting 90 days because there's more work now that we had fixed and we're having to redo that.

Do you guys have the funds to take care of at least the foundation to get started?

Yes.

90 because of my social security coming in now.

Can you talk into one of the microphones?

Because I didn't have no income, but now with my social security, it will be able to help a lot. So the 90 days, because it starts in September.

Is the city ready to close?

Yes, thank you. The city requests that the structures be declared substandard and hazardous. The city further requests that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days, that city staff be authorized to enter onto the property and cause a demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

All right, thank you. The city you've heard asked is asked for 30 days and you're asking for 90. Anything else you'd care to add? No. Okay. Keep in mind there's an amendment process. So whatever this commission gives today that you can come back and ask for additional time with the status of what you've done and, you know, an additional time on that. So keep that in mind. Your code officer can speak with you to that as well. At this time, we'll close the public portion of the hearing and open it up for a motion. All right.

I move that the structure be declared substandard and hazardous.

Second.

Ready for a vote?

This is a motion to declare the primary structure substandard and hazardous. Mr. Black? Yes. Mr. Diwali? Yes. Ms. Dottie? Aye. Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0.

I move that the owner be ordered to repair demolish the structure within 30 days and I apologize. I move that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 60 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 60 days, that city staff be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structures and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

Second. We have a second.

Any discussion?

I think that's good, you know, and in 60 days they can come back for amendment with progress if we've made progress to determine. I think 90 is a little too much, just not knowing the finances and different things, but. I agree. All right, ready for a vote?

This is a motion to repair or demolish the primary structure within 60 days. Mr. Black?

Yes.

Mr. DiWally? Yes. Ms. Dottie? Aye. Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Liu? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

That motion carries 7-0. This commission has declared the structure to be substandard and hazardous and given the owner 60 days to repair or demolish. Owner, lien holder, mortgagee, or record have the right to request an amendment within 60 days from the date of this order. Owner, lien holder, mortgagee, or record have the right to file an appeal to the Tarrant County District Court within 30 days of the date the city mails a copy of our order. Commission also gives notice that failure on the part of the owner to comply with today's order may result in the scheduling and conducting of a civil penalty hearing to determine the amount of penalty to be paid. Thank you both for coming. Please stay in touch with their code officer. Thank you for your time. Thank you. Next case.

Next case, new case residential, HS 2699, 700 Griggs Avenue, primary and accessory structures, a.k.a. lot 15 of Galbraith subdivision of block 7, Murray Hill addition, an addition of the city of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, according to the map or flat thereof. recorded in under volume 309, page 31, Matt Platt Records, Tarrant County, Texas. Owner, Guadalupe Frias. There are no lien holders. And we have an appearance form from Jose Frias.

Is the city ready?

Yes, thank you. The city would call Officer William Lowry to present the case.

We do have a translator here, so remember to talk slow.

Good afternoon, commissioners. This case originated June 26, 2026. The case was initiated by Officer William Lowry. Notices June 26, 2026. No active permits on file. Structures vacant and secured by owner. Inspection was conducted on August the 11th, 2026, with the owner present. Notices to appear at today's hearing were mailed and posted on the property on August 10th, 2026. The primary structure is currently in a substandard and hazardous condition due to Dismantled and removed roof exposing interior. Missing walls with only dilapidated framing remaining. Dilapidated flooring due to exposure to the elements. Failing foundation system that is exposed to outside elements. Missing and damaged electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems. The accessory structure is currently in a substandard and hazardous condition due to Roof framing is compromised. Cracks in the foundation. Holes and gaps in the siding exposing the interior to the outside elements. Damaged and ill-fitting garage doors. Water damage structural framing. There are other conditions that contribute to the structures being in violation of the minimum building standards ordinance, and they can be found on the included structure inspection report. There are two schools, two parks, one church, and two businesses within a mile of this structure. Staff recommends that the Building Standards Commission declare the structure to be substandard and hazardous. That the owner be given 30 days to repair or demolish the structure. If the owner does not comply with said owner, authorize city staff to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property. This concludes my testimony.

Thank you. And looking at this, was it boarded up and then a fire happened, or to your knowledge, or when we took it over, what did it look like?

It looked just like this when I opened the case.

Okay.

And... There's some aging on the wood, but I don't think a fire happened. I think, go back a couple years, they started to demolish it and then just left it like that.

Okay. Any questions? All right, Mr. Frias.

Buenos dias.

Morning. Your name and city of residence?

Guadalupe Frias. Guadalupe Frias. In Fort Worth, Texas.

Thank you.

Did you have any questions of the officer?

No, just... I had to throw the roof down.

Because the people came in and started doing graffiti.

How long do you need to get it repaired?

I don't want to fix it. I'm going to demolish it.

Do you have anybody lined up to do that? No, not yet. I don't know. How long do you need to get it demolished?

I would like to ask you the favor to give me at least three months.

Do you have the financial means?

Well, not yet. What about the garage?

I also think I'll demolish it as well.

You're asking for 90 days.

Yes.

Any questions from commissioners? Questions from the city?

No questions.

Ready to close?

Yes, thank you. The city would request that the structure be declared substandard and hazardous. The city would further request that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days, that city staff be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

Thank you. So the city's asked for 30 days. And I think you're asking for 90 days, correct?

Yes.

Anything else you care to add?

Yes.

Before I came in, then the police came, they came four times and they took pictures of all the graffiti before it's going to be demolished.

If they keep on coming in, then they got in the door of the garage. I think if I just demolished everything, they're not going to come in anymore.

Right. Thank you. At this time, we'll close the public portion and open up to a motion.

I move that the structures be declared substandard and hazardous. Second. Ready for a vote.

This is a motion to declare the primary and accessory structures substandard and hazardous. Mr. Black? Yes. Mr. Iwali?

Yes.

Ms. Dottie? Aye. Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Liu? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0.

I move that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days, the city staff will be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structures and then all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

Second.

All right, we have a second. Any discussion? I just went with the 30 days just because kids are getting in there and if he can't get it done at the end, then he can always come back and do the amendment.

Yeah, I agree. That one's been, that one is pretty open on that. All right, ready for a vote?

This is a motion to repair or demolish the primary and accessory structures within 30 days. Mr. Black? Yes. Mr. Jiwali?

Yes.

Ms. Dottie?

Aye.

Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0. This commission has declared the structure to be I'm sorry the structures to be substandard and hazardous and given 30 days to repair or demolish. Owner, lien holder, mortgagee, or record have the right to request an amendment within 30 days from the date of this order. Owner, lien holder, mortgagee, or record have the right to file an appeal to the Tarrant County District Court within 30 days of the date the city mails a copy of the order. Commission also gives notice that failure on the part of the owner to comply with today's order may result in the scheduling and conducting of a civil penalty hearing to determine the amount of penalty to be paid. Please remember the amendment process and stay in touch with your code officer. Thank you. Next case.

Next case, new case residential HS26103, 712 West Wagamon Street, primary and accessory structures, AKA lot 11 and block 21 of South Fort Worth addition, in addition to the city of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, according to the map or plot thereof, recorded in volume 204, page 15, map records, Tarrant County, Texas. Owner, Zita Garcia, there are no lien holders. And we have an appearance form from Ray Garcia.

City ready?

Yes, thank you. The city would call Officer Jimmy Brinkley to present the case.

Good morning, Commissioners. My name is Jimmy Brinkley, Co-Compliance Officer with the City of Fort Worth Building Standards Division. I am here to present evidence for 712 West Wagamon. The case originated on February 2nd, 2026. This case was initiated by Officer Franklin Young. The fire date for the accessory structure is May 5th, 2026. Notices were issued on February 2nd, 2026, March 4th, 2026, May 5th, 2026, June 5th, 2026 and July 7th, 2026. There are no permits on file. The structure is vacant and secured by owner. Administrative search warrant was executed on August 7th, 2026. Notice to appear at today's hearing was mailed and posted on the property on August 10th, 2026. The primary structure is currently in substandard and hazardous conditions due to Interior walls have cracks due to copper miles foundation. Cracks and breaches on the exterior walls with vegetation growing out of it. Damage and missing shingles. Ceiling is collapsed throughout the interior exposing the attic. Subflooring is compromised and causing localized areas of slope and unevenness. Trash and debris throughout the interior causing pest and vectors. The accessory structure is currently in a substandard and hazardous conditions due to the entire structure sustaining severe fire damage resulting in extensive damage throughout the accessory structure. The exterior walls show clear signs of damage from breaches, charring, and smoke, leading to exposure to external elements. Broken is charred ceiling joists and trash and debris throughout the interior, causing pests and vectors. There is one college, two churches, four schools, and La Grande Plaza within two miles of the property. I've spoken to both sons of the deceased owner. They are unsure of the next steps they should take for the property at this, but are unopposed to the demolition of the property, just need some time to get all this stuff out of this structure. Staff recommends that the Building Standards Commission declare this structure to be substandard and hazardous, that the owner be given 30 days to repair or demolish the structure. If the owner does not comply with this order, authorize city staff to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property. This concludes my testimony.

Thank you. Any questions from commissioners? Mr. Garcia. Morning. Morning. If you'll state your name and city of residence.

My name is Raymundo Garcia. I live at 5513 Anderson Street, Fort Worth, Texas.

Thank you. And what is your relation to the property?

I'm the son. Okay. Okay. I have seven other siblings as well.

Is Zita deceased?

Yes, my mother and father are deceased.

Okay, and so are y'all heirs, I guess?

Yes, there was no will, so which kind of put a, I mean, her passing was very unexpected. I mean, she passed probably four months after being diagnosed with cancer, and she wasn't aware.

Sorry to hear. So what is your plan?

We know, I mean, we understand that the house is not in living condition. I mean, it's kind of obvious. And I mean, I personally, I can't incur the cost to fix it or anything right now because I myself, I'm going to do something similar to what they went through. And I'm still going through the process. So, I mean, we had just been trying to keep up with the yard and make it to where it wouldn't come to this until we could figure something out. But I've got brothers that live out of state, which we still need to come through. The only thing we can assume is they were getting in through the back and made their way into the property. And we did secure the structure now to where nobody can get in to the property and cause any more damage or rummage through whatever was left of our parents' belongings. So we're just asking for more time, you know, at least 30 days for now so I can try and get my brothers in from out of state to go through and get whatever's left of our parents' stuff before it can just be demolished at that point.

Okay. 30 days is the minimum, and that's what the city will ask. So you're okay with the 30 days?

I can get it. Yeah, 30 days, and then if I can, I can come back for an addendum, I guess.

Okay. Okay.

But yeah, for now, it's just, like I said, my brothers are out of state, so they'd have to come in and we'd all have to meet there to, you know, figure out whatever's, whatever's left of it. Cause it's obvious somebody went through there and probably took what they pleased.

Okay. Does the city have any questions?

Uh, no questions. All right.

You ready to close?

Yes. Thank you. The city would request that the structure be declared substandard and hazardous. The city would further request that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days that the city staff be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lean all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

All right, so the city's asking for 30 days. I think you said 30 days as well. Anything else you care to add?

No, I mean, we've been working closely with the officers.

Okay, keeping communication with them.

Like I said, we've already talked to them that whenever they need to get in, we're more than willing to let them in and everything. We want to keep the property at least secured with the gates and fences that it's already got. Okay, thank you.

At this time, we'll close the public portion and open up for a motion.

I move that the structure be declared as a standard and hazardous.

Second. Sorry, structures, there's two on there, did you? Structures. Okay.

Second.

All right, any discussion? Ready for a vote?

This is a motion to declare the primary and accessory structures substandard and hazardous. Mr. Black?

Yes.

Mr. Diwali?

Yes.

Ms. Dottie?

Aye.

Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Liu? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye. That motion carries 7-0.

I move that the owner be ordered to repair the demolition structures within 30 days. And if the owner fails to repair the demolition structures within 30 days, the city staff will be authorized to enter into the property and cause a demolition of said structures and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

Second.

Any discussion? All right, ready for a vote?

This is a motion to repair or demolish the primary and accessory structures within 30 days. Mr. Black? Yes. Mr. Jawali? Yes. Ms. Dottie? Aye. Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0. This commission has declared the structures to be substandard and hazardous and given the owner 30 days to repair or demolish. Owners, lien holders, mortgagee, or record have the right to request an amendment within 30 days of the date of this order. Owner, lien holder, mortgagee, or record have the right to file an appeal to the Tarrant County District Court within 30 days of the date the city mails a copy of the order. Commission also gives notice that failure on the part of the owner to comply with today's order may result in the scheduling and conducting of a civil penalty hearing to determine the amount of penalty to be paid. Thank you for coming in today. Next case.

Next case, new case residential, HS 26106, 2770 Bells East Terrace, primary structure, AKA lot nine, block four, Sunrise Park, in addition to the city of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, according to plot recorded in volume 388-G, page six, deed records, Tarrant County, Texas. Owner, Ophir Farchi and Limor Farchi. There are no lien holders. and we have an appearance form from Orr Seguli. All right, is the city ready?

Yes, thank you. I believe the officer is at the front desk.

Oh, I think I see someone running.

The city would call Officer Marissa Rodriguez to present the case.

Good morning, commissioners. I did not swear in. Okay.

Let's see. You'll raise your right hand. Do you solemnly swear or affirm that the testimony you give today will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? I do. Thank you.

Good morning. Again, my name is Marissa Rodriguez, a code enforcement officer for the City of Fort Worth Building Standards Division. I will be presenting evidence today regarding the primary structure located at 2770 Bell's Eyes Terrace here in Fort Worth. This case originated on February the 16th of 2026 and it was initiated by Officer Burley. Notices were sent on February 17th, 2026, June 2nd, 2026, July 17th, 2026 and August the 12th of 2026. There is currently an active permit on filed PB26-10677 that was issued on July the 24th of this year. The structure is vacant and open, but it has been secured by the property owners just over the weekend. An administrative search warrant was executed on August the 11th of 2026. Inspection was conducted on August the 11th without the owner present. Notice to appear at today's hearing was mailed and posted on the property on August the 7th of 2026. The primary structure is currently in a substandard and hazardous condition due to the fire damage present throughout the interior structure resulting in charred flooring. Exterior walls have severe breaches with cracks and lack adequate weather protection. There are exposed roof rafters and the roof has collapsed exposing roof rafters and deteriorated wood. There are severe cracks and breaches observed in the compromised foundation. The wood flooring has visible cracks and breaches compromising the surface integrity and safety. There are multiple broken windows with glass shards remaining, exposed wiring throughout the structure, and the structure is exposed to the elements allowing harborage for pests and vectors. There are other conditions that contribute to this structure being in violation of minimum building standard ordinance and they can be found in the included structural inspection report. There are several businesses, multiple church facilities, city bus stops, Cobb Park, Morningside Middle School, Morningside Park within a one mile radius of this property. The staff recommends that the Building Standard Commission declare the primary structure to be substandard and hazardous. That the owner be given 30 days to repair or demolish the structure. If the owner does not comply with said order, authorize city staff to enter onto the property and cause demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property. And this concludes my testimony.

Thank you. What kind of permit is that? Do you know?

It's a remodel permit.

Okay. Any questions from commissioners? Good morning, still. You'll state your name and city of residence?

Orsegali McKinney.

All right, and what is your relation to this property?

I'm one of the contractors.

The contractor, okay. Yes. Is the owner here?

No, they live in California.

Okay, so do you have any type of power of attorney or anything?

I got them to create one while we were sitting here because I heard you ask it, so I have it on my email. I don't have it printed.

Okay. I don't know if it will do for official power of attorney because it's probably not notarized or anything.

No, it's not notarized.

We'll just treat you as an interested party where you'll let us know what's going on.

They purchased this property on July 15th. And we've applied for permits on July 24th, just a general rebuilding, but also a roof permit. The roof was replaced weekend before last, and that did require the new roof structure as well. So all of that has now been replaced. and I spoke to Inspector Rodriguez after she left her note there and we made sure that the garage was also boarded up and sealed and the property is now going through the process of being renovated.

How long are they requesting?

60 days to be 100% completed.

Any questions from commissioners? Is the city ready to close?

There's a question.

Do we have updated pictures of the roof?

That's one of the pictures right there. Yes, the roof has been replaced, sir.

Do you have a copy of a work plan?

We're leaving the original floor plan the same. We're not changing it. So all we did is sketch it out.

And when did your client buy it?

July 15. They closed.

Within that time, they've already put a roof on.

It's a very nice neighborhood. So the idea is to match whatever else is there.

The city ready to close?

Yes, thank you. The city would request that the structure be declared substandard and hazardous. The city would further request that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days, and if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days, that city staff be authorized to enter onto the property, cause the demolition of said structure, and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

All right, so the city's asking for 30, and I think you've asked for 60. So at this time, we'll close the public portion of the hearing and open it up for a motion.

I move that the structure be declared self-standard and hazardous.

I second. I second. Mr. Ward is first. Ready for a vote?

This is a motion to declare the primary structure substandard and hazardous. Mr. Black?

Yes.

Mr. Juali? Yes. Ms. Dottie? Aye. Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0.

I move that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 60 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 60 days, that city staff be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

Second.

Seconded by Mr. Gualdi. Any discussion? All right. Ready for a vote?

This is a motion to demolish or repair the primary structure within 60 days. Mr. Black?

Yes. Mr. Jawali? Yes. Ms. Dottie?

Aye.

Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0. This commission has declared the structure to be substandard and hazardous and given the owner 60 days to repair or demolish. Owner, lien holder, or mortgagee of record have the right to request an amendment within 60 days from the date of this order. Owner, lien holder, or mortgagee of record have the right to file an appeal to the Tarrant County District Court within 30 days of the date the city mails a copy of our order. Commission also gives notice that failure on the part of the owner to comply with today's order may result in the scheduling and conducting of a civil penalty hearing to determine the amount of penalty to be paid. Thank you for coming in today. Thank you. Next case.

Next case, new case, residential, HS 2695, 2704 Hanna Avenue, primary and accessory structures, aka lot 14, block 43 of Rosen Heights, first filing in addition to the city of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, Texas, according to the map or plat thereof recorded in under volume 106, page 56 of the plat records of Tarrant County, Texas. Owner is Shannon Trust. Lean holder is Anson Financial, Inc., New Frontier Financial. Propel Financial Services, LLC, RW Weaver, Inc., FGMS Holdings, LLC, Capital One N.A., Heritage Credit, LLC, ING Capital, LLC, and Lindenbarger, Goggin, Blair, and Sampson, LLP. And we have an appearance form from Mr. Steven Wilson.

Is the city ready?

Yes, thank you. The city would call Officer Blake Hader to present the case.

Good morning, Commission. My name is Blake Heider. I'm a code officer with the City of Fort Worth Building Standards Division. I'm presenting evidence concerning property address 2704 Hanna Avenue, the primary structure along with the accessory structure. The case originated back in April 6th of 2022. This case was initiated by Officer Max Morris. Notices were sent out April 6th, 2022. October 11th, 2023, January 7th, 2026, January 22nd, 2026, January 23rd, 2026, February 4th, 2026, February 12th, 2026, February 26th, 2026, May 5th, 2026, June 22nd, 2026, and July 17th of 2026. currently there are no active permits on file the structure is occupied by an unauthorized resident a minute an administrative search warrant was executed on august 12th of 2020-26 Notice to appear at today's hearing was mailed and posted on the property on August 10th of 2020-26. The primary structure is currently in a substandard and hazardous condition due to foundation show signs of shifting, severe deterioration to the exterior walls, breaches in the siding, ceiling joists are rotted due to water damage, windows and doors are broken and out of plumb with glass shards present, electrical systems compromised, Unauthorized persons in and out of the property. This accessory structure is currently in a substandard and hazardous condition due to damaged, deteriorating metal and wood siding, with breachings allowing access to pests and vectors. Accumulation of combustible materials, including furniture, clothing, appliances, along with debris scattered throughout the interior. There is also evidence of eroding devastation. Damage along the fascia of the structure, damage to the soffit, breaches on the inside of the structure, missing doors allowing access to unauthorized persons. There are several commercial properties within 500 feet of the structure. Within one mile of this property, there is one place of worship and one elementary school. Contact has been made with the unauthorized person that resides on the property. He has informed the officer that he is currently in communication and is currently trying to establish a new residence in order to be removed from the structure. The officer have received information that the structure is in a complete loss and the owners have no plans on making repairs. Staff recommends that the Building Standards Commission declare the structure to be substandard and hazardous, that the owner be given 30 days to repair or demolish the structure. If the owner does not comply with the said order, authorize the city staff to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of the said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property. This concludes my testimony.

Thank you. Any questions from commissioners? Mr. Wilson? I'm going to come up to the one over here, Mr. Wilson. The other podium. Yep, that one. Good morning. I don't think you were here when we did the oath of truth this morning. If you'll please raise your right hand. Do you solemnly swear or affirm that the testimony you give today will be the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth? Yes. All right. And if you want to lift up that microphone so we can hear you a little bit. If you'll state your name and city of residence.

My name is Stephen Dwayne Wilson. City of Fort Worth. All right. 2704 Hannah Avenue. All right.

What is your relation to this property?

I had a lease agreement with the ones that foreclosed on what I was told, Lagonda Trust. And so I started paying a lease agreement with them. last year and prior to that I had been paying the taxes in which she's told me to stop and then I also had some assistance with North Texas legal services to look into it and so when they continued to remove the lease payment so I thought that it was continued my position on this property is to take care of the interior but the storm hit me and that's why the rooms in the rear need to be repaired but the original structure is solid because i've been there for three years you know so are you everything that's um bad about the property is because of the one that I had living in a trailer. I didn't have it, but someone put it there for him, or Joseph did. Now the trailer's gone and she's gone, and also her and her associates did a lot of this damage intentional to get me out of there because I'm permitted to stay through the people that foreclosed, or I would have been gone. So they can't get a clear deed or title. My position in which you now is to propose to pay the taxes and make the repairs necessary. I have someone that can do it, but I need at least to the end of the year and if you let me have that much time and then take another picture of it, everything. I know some personal contractors that can repair everything except for including the structures on the foundation. I live inside and I know what's in there. If you can't do that, then just give me as much time as you can to move out and then I'll go.

So make sure, so you're the tenant, you're not the owner, correct? I'm the tenant. Okay.

But I want to submit that I can pay the taxes with the money. If the code compliance has taken possession of the property, the same money that I had been paying, If it's stopped, I can pay that on the taxes and make the repair to the property by the end of this year.

Okay. Thank you. Is the city ready to close?

I just had a couple of questions to clarify. Mr. Wilson, you said that you are a current tenant. Were you not given a notice to vacate earlier in the year?

Yes.

Okay. Do you currently have any water or electricity services?

I got water.

I got water.

You have water. I got solar light. When they came out, when I had a grief with the one in the trailer, I got every room lit up, and I got water. That's the water that I've been paying. I haven't missed the water payments. since it was turned on three years ago.

OK, thank you.

My bathroom works. The rain, I'm telling you, the property damages is from the one that was allowed to live in the trailer. I never did. And her name has already been given. But Charlene Von Cobra, she and Chris Gordon, they intentional put the damages to that structure because I occupied. That's why I know I can get it repaired because I had it in good shape because the code officer looked at it and he said he's working pretty good, but he left and went into another position.

Thank you very much.

All right.

And just one last question. Who do you have a lease with, Mr. Wilson?

Who do you have your lease with?

I have AFI mortgage. Now, she's got it up for sale. I don't know if she sold it or not. But she told me that she was going to sell it. It's on Facebook.

Okay. Thank you very much, Mr. Wilson.

That's what I'm saying. If code compliance is the new owner, well, that's the proposal I want to present to you. But then if it's not acceptable, give me as much time as you can before I can get what I need to take out, and then you do what you have to do.

Thank you. You ready to close?

Yes, thank you. The city would request that the structure be declared substandard and hazardous. The city would further request the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days. If the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days, that the city staff be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

All right, so the city has asked for 30 days. At this time, we'll go ahead and close public portion of the hearing and open it up for a motion.

I move that the structure be declared and sufficient and hazardous. Second.

I'm sorry, make sure it's plural. Structures. Structures, the primary and accessory.

I move that the structures be declared substandard and hazardous. Second. All right. Ready for a vote?

This is a motion to declare the primary and accessory structures substandard and hazardous. Mr. Black?

Yes.

Mr. Diwali? Yes. Ms. Dottie?

Aye.

Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Liu? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

That motion carries 7-0.

I move that the owner be ordered to repair and demolish the structures within 60 days, and if the owner fails to repair or demolish structures within 30 days, that city staff be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition and said structures and the lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property. You said 30 and 60, so can you reread it? Sorry. Okay. I move that the owners be ordered to demolish the structure within six days, and if the owner fails to repair or demolish to the structures within 60 days, that the city staff will be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structures and the lien all the costs associated with the demolition against the property.

I'd like to recommend a substitute.

Okay, since that one didn't get a second, we'll move to another motion. I guess it wouldn't be a substitute. Or a new motion.

New motion. I move that the order be ordered to repair demolition structures within 30 days. If the owner fails to repair demolition structures within 30 days, the staff will be authorized to enter the property and cause a demolition of said structures and lien all costs associated with demolition against the property.

Second.

Second, Ms. Dottie.

Yeah, I think 60 days is too long on this, especially it sounds like the owner wanted to demolish it.

But there's no electricity, and it's not a place for him to live there, if he's staying there.

So any other discussion on the 30-day? Ready for a motion? I'm sorry, ready for a vote?

This is a motion to repair or demolish the primary and accessory structures within 30 days. Mr. Black?

Yes.

Mr. Diwali? Yes. Ms. Dottie?

Aye.

Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Liu? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

This commission, I'm sorry that carries 7-0. This commission has declared the structures to be substandard and hazardous and given 30 days to repair or demolish. Owner, lien holder, mortgagee, or record have the right to request an amendment within 30 days of the date of this order. Owner, lien holder, mortgagee, or record have the right to file an appeal to the Tarrant County District Court within 30 days of the date the city fills a copy of our order. Commission also gives notice that failure on the part of the owner to comply with today's order may result in the scheduling and conducting of a civil penalty hearing to determine the amount of penalty to be paid. Next case.

Next case, new case residential, HS 26107, 1704 Saxony Road, primary structure, aka Lot 9, Block 20 of Ridgemar Addition to the City of Fort Worth in Tarrant County, Texas. According to plot recorded in Book 388-8 at page 107, plot records of said county. Jerry W. Saunders and Melody Louise Saunders, lien holder, Capital One Bank, NA. And there is a continuance request. And we have appearance forms from Victor Castro, Luke Armstrong, and Ross Weathers.

So first we'll have, so no owners are here, correct? They're all interested parties? Okay. So we have a motion or a request for a continuance. So we'll need to address that first, the city.

The city is opposed to a continuance. We're prepared to go forward.

Okay. So the city is opposed to the continuance. I'm trying to, the continuance is in, a request is in our packet. So do we have a motion on that?

I move that we deny the continuance.

Second.

Do we have a motion to deny the continuance and a second? Ready for a vote?

This is a motion to deny the continuance request. Mr. Black? Yes. Mr. DiGiovanni? Yes. Ms. Dottie? Aye. Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

All right, that motion to deny the continuance was 7-0, so we'll go ahead and proceed. Is the city ready?

Yes, thank you. The city would call Officer Kenneth Mendez to present the case.

Good morning, Commissioners. My name is Kenneth Mendez, Co-Compliance Officer with Building Standards Division. I'm here to present evidence for 1704 Saxony Road. This case was officer initiated and originated on August 24, 2022. Notice of the violation were issued on December 21, 2023, March 5, 2025, April 7, 2025, and July 2, 2026. There are currently no active permits on file. The structure is vacant and secured by owner. Administrative search warrant was executed on August 10th, 2026. Notice to appear at today's hearing was mailed and posted on the property on August 10th, 2026. The primary structure is currently in a substandard and hazardous condition due to breaches, damaged and missing siding, cracked brick, brick separation from frame, breaches, damaged crack walls and damaged studs, loss of structural integrity. Breaches and deteriorated roof with missing shingles, rotted decking, fascia and soffit. Breaches, damaged and missing ceiling. Signs of foundation issues due to large cracks in flooring, exterior walls and window frames. Breaches damaged and missing flooring on the second floor. Unable to determine main floor status due to the accumulation of trash and debris obstructing the view. Broken windows with glass shards remaining. Damaged rotted doors and window frames. Damaged and missing doors. Exposed wiring. Signs of biological growth throughout the inside. Dead vectors, rodents and animals. The interior of the structure is exposed to the elements and allows access to rodents, vectors and pests. There are other conditions that contribute to the structure being in violation of the minimum building standards ordinance and they can be found on the included structure inspection report. There is one school, one church, a park, a military base, a shopping mall, along with various shopping and entertainment businesses within one mile of the property. There has been communication with the owner and the owner's son during this process. The staff recommends that the Building Standards Commission declare the structure to be substandard and hazardous, that the owner be given 30 days to repair or demolish the structure. If the owner does not comply with said order, authorize the city staff to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property. This concludes my testimony.

All right. Any questions from commissioners? All right. So we have three interested parties. We'll go Victor Castro. Or y'all don't have, did y'all want to speak or?

I don't know if we need to. Okay, it's up to y'all.

If y'all want to come up and put your name on, go ahead, if you want to go. What was your, if you'll state your name and city of residence.

Yeah, Luke Armstrong of Fort Worth.

All right. What would you like us to know about the property?

Just that slide number two, that's the view from my living room. I live across the street from the property. And I'm here to really thank you for addressing the matter and ask you to move forward with the demolition order or repair or demolish. Especially with regards to the rodents that have and the stray animals that have been infested the property that routinely make it off the property and into the surrounding yards including our yards which is a hazard for our pets and uh really just wanted to reiterate that we would like to see that order go through and thank you for addressing the matter thank you victor or ross did y'all want to speak no okay all right is the city ready to close

Yes, thank you. The city would request the structure be declared substandard and hazardous. The city would further request that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days, that city staff be authorized to enter onto the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

All right. At this time, we'll close the public portion of the hearing and open up for a motion. Move that the structure be declared substandard and hazardous.

Second.

Ready for a vote?

This is a motion to declare the primary structure substandard and hazardous. Mr. Black? Yes. Mr. Juali? Yes. Ms. Dottie? Aye. Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0. I move that the owner be ordered to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days. And if the owner fails to repair or demolish the structure within 30 days, the city staff be authorized to enter into the property and cause the demolition of said structure and lien all costs associated with the demolition against the property.

Second.

Any discussion?

Ready for a vote.

This is a motion to repair or demolish the primary structure within 30 days. Mr. Black?

Yes.

Mr. Diwale?

Yes.

Ms. Dottie?

Aye.

Mr. Walker? Aye. Mr. Juarez? Aye. Mr. Alou? Aye. Ms. Thompson?

Aye.

Motion carries 7-0. This commission has declared the structure to be substandard and hazardous and given the owner 30 days to repair or demolish. Owner, lien holder, mortgagee of record have the right to request an amendment within 30 days from the date of this order. Owner, lien holder, or mortgagee of record have the right to file an appeal to the Tarrant County District Court within 30 days of the date the city mails a copy of our order. Commission also gives notice that failure on the part of the owner to comply with today's order may result in the scheduling and conducting of a civil penalty hearing to determine the amount of penalty to be paid. Thank you all for coming today. Next case.

Next case, administrative civil penalty case residential, ACP 2691, 9600 Santa Paula Drive. a.k.a. Lot 16, Block 8 of Linda Vista Estates Edition of the City of Fort Worth, County of Tarrant, State of Texas. Owner, Carl C. Cole Jr. and Tamara L. Cole. There are no lien holders. And we have an appearance form from Carl Cole.

All right, is the city ready?

Yes, thank you. The city would call Officer Juan Gonzalez to present the case.

Hello, commissioners. My name is Juan Gonzalez. I'm a code enforcement officer for the city of Fort Worth nuisance abatement section. I'll be giving testimony in reference to administrative civil case ACP 26-91 at the address of 9600 Santa Paula Drive. This violation was identified on May 10th, 2025. This violation was citizen initiated. There have been several notices mailed certified and regular to the owner and hand delivered to the property. Despite the city's efforts, the property remains in violation. There have been 24 inspections by multiple officers since the inception of this case. One citation was issued prior to the case being sent to nuisance abatement. An administrative search warrant was not needed to enter the property. There have been 13 contacts with multiple additional attempts to contact the owner, family, or tenants, less occupants. The nuisance abatement order was posted at the property on June 29, 2026, and expired on July 9, 2026. A notice to appear for today's hearing was mailed and posted on the property on August 10, 2026. The last inspection was performed on August 20, 2026. The staff recommendation is to assess a civil penalty of $4,400 and also order the owner to remove the items as outlined in Ordinance 11A-26A-127 and 8 within 30 days from the effective date of the order. If the owner does not remove all of the ordered items within that 30-day period, authorize the city staff to enter onto the property and cause the removal of said items and lien all costs associated with the removal against the property. The reason for the amount of the civil penalty requested is the fact that some progress has been made since the nuisance abatement order was posted on the property on June 29, 2026. The property contains a health hazard of items that can harbor vectors. This address has had active trash service since May 31st, 1983. This is the end of my testimony.

Thank you. Any new stuff coming on that you're seeing, or is it the same? It's just been the same stuff. It looks like it was most of the progress in the front, or when you said there was some progress?

Towards the right side of the rear yard as well.

Okay. Any questions from commissioners?

How much percentage do you think it was removed? I couldn't give you a percent.

Those tents, those tan tents, is there just stuff inside of those tents or is somebody living in those tents?

No, there's just items in the tents.

Can stuff be in those tents or?

No, and he's been made aware.

So those need to be removed?

Correct.

All right, Mr. Cole. Good morning. Good morning. You'll state your name and city of residence. My name is Carl Cole, Fort Worth, Texas. Thank you, Mr. Cole. Did you have any questions of the code officer? No. All right. What would you like us to know about the property and your intent to get it cleaned up?

Well, it depends on how far you want me to go back.

How much time do you need to get it back into compliance?

I would like to have another 30 days. Actually, I'd like to have another 90 days. My son recently paroled out. A lot of the things that began the process in the first place were things that he had accumulated and basically left in place.

Do you live there?

I live there. Okay.

So have you been bringing any stuff on?

No, sir. I've been hauling things away for two years. I spent the better part of, well, actually the whole summer two years ago, right after I was cited for the front being the problem. That was all his, but I took care of it. It did end up getting passed on up the line. At one point, I was told that if I had a privacy fence, the things in the back didn't matter as much as the things in the front, the things that were behind the privacy fence. has changed over the past 40 years, and I have continually become uncompliant.

All right, so you're asking for 90 days?

Yes, sir, I am. Any questions from commissioners?

Does the city have any questions?

No questions.

Are you ready to close?

Yes, thank you. The City requests that the Commission assess a civil penalty of $4,400 and also order the owner to remove the items as outlined in Ordinance 11A-26A 1, 2, 7, and 8 within 30 days. If the owner fails to comply with said order, authorize the City staff to enter onto the property and cause the removal of said items and lien all costs associated with the removal against the property.

All right, so the city's asked for 30 days and then the administrative civil penalty. Keep in mind that the penalty and the time given today can be reduced or additional time given with the amendment process. So keep those dates in mind, depending on what you give you today, that you have an amendment process that you can ask for additional time and ask for those fees to be waived or reduced. Anything else you care to add today?

I would like to have the penalty reduced. I've spent quite a bit of money already trying to get this done. My health is not what it used to be.

What we give today is what I'm saying the penalty was usually reduced once we see the work is done kind of type thing so keep that in mind. At this time we'll close the public portion of the hearing and open it up to a motion.