Dalhart council approves first reading of new dangerous-building code
Apr 13, 2026
Council approved first reading of Ordinance 2026-06 replacing Article IV of Chapter 8 to establish standards and procedures for declaring and abating substandard and dangerous buildings; the vote was unanimous.
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The Dalhart City Council approved the first reading of Ordinance 2026-06, which repeals and replaces Chapter 8, Article IV (Dangerous Buildings and Structures) to establish standards for declaring substandard buildings a public nuisance, notice requirements, public hearings, abatement procedures, cost recovery, and judicial review. Ty Hancock moved approval of the first reading; Gary Schneiderjan seconded and the motion carried unanimously.
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