Houston's new apartment inspection rules are stalled! The mayor missed a deadline, but the city council is revisiting it soon. Will renters finally get the safety boost they deserve?
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 9 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
Costs associated with program implementation and inspections are anticipated, though specific figures were not detailed in the agenda summary.
Residents of multi-family rental buildings, particularly those in properties identified as high-risk, will benefit from improved safety and living conditions.
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Property owners who are resistant to upgrades or compliance may face increased scrutiny and potential penalties.
Houston city leaders approve upgraded apartment inspections, cracking down on 'high-risk' rentals ABC13 Houston
A new High-Risk Apartment Inspection Program is being established to improve safety in multi-family rental buildings, potentially leading to stricter code enforcement.
City officials delayed the rules twice last year and missed a 30-day deadline last week to approve the measure. The new rules come after about five years of work.
The Houston City Council unanimously approved a new inspection program targeting apartment complexes with repeated complaints and code violations.
Houston is about to go after problem apartments. Here's what to know Chron
After delays, Houston City Council approves new apartment inspection rules Houston Public Media
A new program was established to inspect multi-family rental buildings identified as high-risk. This aims to improve living conditions and safety for residents in these properties.
Houston city council members to vote on city's long-proposed apartment ordinance ABC13 Houston
Mayor John Whitmire’s administration missed a deadline set by the city council last year, but the item is on the agenda for the next meeting on May 6.
After delays, apartment inspection ordinance progresses at Houston City Hall Houston Public Media
There is a need to strengthen the city's apartment inspection ordinance to ensure that tenant complaints are addressed promptly and effectively. Residents are looking for mechanisms that hold property owners accountable for persistent violations and improve the overall complaint resolution process.