The interior of units must be maintained in accordance with codes governing minimum housing standards at an apartment property.

Common Violations

• Furnished appliances (provided by the owner) in inoperative condition
• General dilapidation or improper maintenance of inside of unit
• Infestation of insects, vermin or rodents
• Missing or non-functioning:
  • Toilet
  • Lavatory
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Kitchen sink
  • Plumbing fixtures and/or connection to required sewage disposal system
• Lack of adequate heating
• Lack of adequate cooling

Additional Information

The threat and spread of Bed Bugs throughout apartment complexes is a serious concern. To help prevent this problem, do not bring used mattresses or cushioned furniture of any kind into an apartment until first making sure no Bed Bugs are present. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service provides this information pertaining to Bed Bugs:

• Insects in the City - Bed bugs
• Insects in the City - Beg bugs and your apartment

Read the Ordinance

• Inadequate Sanitation - Uniform Housing Code, Article X, Section 1001 (b)
• List of Commonly Used Multi-Family Ordinances

Report a Concern

Report a code violation online or by calling the Action Center at 817-459-6777. In case of emergency call 9-1-1.

More Links

• Rapid Reference Guide for Apartment Communities
• View map of Arlington apartment communities
• Code of Ordinances/Unified Development Code