Property Renewal Program

The Arlington Property Renewal Program (APRP) was founded in 2015 by Code Compliance for the purpose of rehabilitating and repairing private properties in Arlington. Property owners meeting eligibility requirements may receive assistance through the Arlington Building Rehabilitation Fund.

APRP helps engage, connect and protect Arlington neighborhoods and residents by providing programs and services that promote safe and strong neighborhoods.

This program is another tool that Code Compliance Services uses to promote safe and strong neighborhoods throughout our city.

APRP Commitments

  • Providing project management and financial assistance to qualifying residents
  • Encouraging rehabilitation of blighted properties to champion economic development and neighborhood integrity
  • Improving our community by creating a safer environment for our citizens

Are You Eligible to Receive Funds?

The Arlington Property Renewal Program (APRP) was established to assist qualifying property owners with financial assistance to help positively impact property value and the safety of our residents and visitors.

Printable Preliminary Application Form(PDF, 332KB)

To be eligible to receive APRP funds, an Arlington property owner must:

  • Have an Arlington single-family residential property found to be in violation of city ordinance by a Code Compliance Officer
  • Be an owner occupied single-family residential property
  • Be financially unable to rehabilitate or repair their property or premises to comply with applicable city ordinances
  • File an application with the APRP for the purpose of rehabilitating or repairing the applicant’s property or premises until it complies with city ordinances
  • Not have received funds from the APRP within the preceding 60 months

Financial assistance follows the 125% income requirements of the 2025 Federal Poverty Guidelines.

Annual Household Income Limits by Number of Family Members

2025 Poverty Guidelines

Number in Family/Household Poverty Guidelines 125%
For sponsors on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces who are petitioning for their spouse or child For all other sponsors
2 $21,150 $26,437.50
3 $26,650 $33,312.50
4 $32,150 $40,187.50
5 $37,650 $47,062.50
6 $43,150 $53,937.50
7 $48,650 $60,812.50
8 $54,150 $67,687.50

For families/households with more than eight (8) persons, add $5,500 for each additional person.

For more information visit USCIS.gov.

What Code Violations are Eligible for Abatement?

Property owners that qualify for the Arlington Property Renewal Program (APRP) may be assisted with abatement of specific violations of the city code of ordinances.

Printable Preliminary Application Form(PDF, 332KB)

Violation Abatements Eligible for Qualifying Property Owners

  • Substandard Structure
  • Structural Hazard
  • Faulty Weather Protection
    • Violations of this type may include severely dilapidated exterior wood, roof damage, chipped or peeling paint, damaged doors, windows, garage doors, etc.
  • Hazardous Wiring, Plumbing or Mechanical Equipment
  • Fire Hazard
  • Defective Air Conditioning Equipment
  • Graffiti Removal

Other violations not listed may be approved by the program administrator.

More Questions?

Contact Doug Stewart at 817-459-5980, or by email at code@arlingtontx.gov.

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