Palm Village inspection records detail structural concerns as tenants weigh options in Bay City

Palm Village inspection records detail structural concerns as tenants weigh options in Bay City

Weeks after FOX 26 first reported on complaints at Palm Village Apartments in Bay City, newly obtained public records reveal what city inspectors found, including structural concerns and code violations. FOX 26 also traced the property's ownership and spoke with Lone Star Legal Aid to explain why tenants may still be required to pay rent despite serious repair issues and what rights they have under Texas law.

Weeks after FOX 26 first reported on complaints at Palm Village Apartments in Bay City, newly obtained public records reveal what city inspectors found, including structural concerns and code violations. FOX 26 also traced the property's ownership and spoke with Lone Star Legal Aid to explain why tenants may still be required to pay rent despite serious repair issues and what rights they have under Texas law.

Inspection records reveal deeper concerns at Bay City apartment complex
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Inspection records reveal deeper concerns at Bay City apartment complex

Weeks after FOX 26 first reported on complaints from tenants living at Palm Village Apartments, newly obtained public records are providing a clearer picture of what city inspectors found—and why many residents remain at the complex despite ongoing code enforcement. FOX 26's Karys Belger explains.

Weeks after FOX 26 first reported on complaints from tenants living at Palm Village Apartments, newly obtained public records are providing a clearer picture of what city inspectors found—and why many residents remain at the complex despite ongoing code enforcement. FOX 26's Karys Belger explains.

Bay City tenants report A/C, pest problems at Palm Village Apartments

Bay City tenants report A/C, pest problems at Palm Village Apartments

Tenants at Palm Village Apartments in Bay City say they have dealt with broken air conditioning, pests and safety concerns. The city confirms two open code enforcement cases.

Tenants at Palm Village Apartments in Bay City say they have dealt with broken air conditioning, pests and safety concerns. The city confirms two open code enforcement cases.

Matagorda County: Man found dead in Bay City house fire, officials say

Matagorda County: Man found dead in Bay City house fire, officials say

A man was found dead during a house fire in Bay City on Sunday. State officials have been called to help with the investigation.

A man was found dead during a house fire in Bay City on Sunday. State officials have been called to help with the investigation.

Rap Superstar That Mexican OT receives official proclamation from Bay City, Texas

Rap Superstar That Mexican OT receives official proclamation from Bay City, Texas

Rap superstar, That Mexican OT(Outta Texas), received an official proclamation from Bay City, Texas in recognition of his impact on music, culture, and the Latino community.

Rap superstar, That Mexican OT(Outta Texas), received an official proclamation from Bay City, Texas in recognition of his impact on music, culture, and the Latino community.

Bay City police searching for missing man last seen in March

Bay City police searching for missing man last seen in March

Faustino Silvas, 5'4" tall and 150 pounds, was last seen on March 2 wearing a dark-colored jacket, jeans, and a hat. The police department has received reports of sightings around town and is asking for the public's help in finding him.

Faustino Silvas, 5'4" tall and 150 pounds, was last seen on March 2 wearing a dark-colored jacket, jeans, and a hat. The police department has received reports of sightings around town and is asking for the public's help in finding him.

Silver Alert discontinued after man, 82, reported missing from Bay City found

Silver Alert discontinued after man, 82, reported missing from Bay City found

A Silver Alert has been discontinued for Hairl Bundick, 82, who was found after being reported missing from Bay City in Matagorda County on Sunday.

A Silver Alert has been discontinued for Hairl Bundick, 82, who was found after being reported missing from Bay City in Matagorda County on Sunday.

Officials working to put out flames at Bay City funeral home

Officials working to put out flames at Bay City funeral home

It's unclear what caused the fire, as it's an active scene but police are urging residents to avoid the area.

It's unclear what caused the fire, as it's an active scene but police are urging residents to avoid the area.

LIST: Houston-area schools still closed due to Nicholas

LIST: Houston-area schools still closed due to Nicholas

Some Southeast Texas school districts have announced plans to remain closed due to damage from Nicholas.

Some Southeast Texas school districts have announced plans to remain closed due to damage from Nicholas.

Bay City ISD reviews tablet settings after complaints of sexual icons on app

Bay City ISD reviews tablet settings after complaints of sexual icons on app

Bay City ISD says they are reviewing settings on their tablets after getting complaints about images and words pertaining to sexual content found in an application on the devices.

Bay City ISD says they are reviewing settings on their tablets after getting complaints about images and words pertaining to sexual content found in an application on the devices.

Texas’ first COVID-19 death was 97-year-old World War II veteran

Texas’ first COVID-19 death was 97-year-old World War II veteran

Before his death, a coronavirus test was administered, and on Monday—a day after his death—it came back positive for COVID-19, according to a press release from the Matagorda County Hospital District.

Before his death, a coronavirus test was administered, and on Monday—a day after his death—it came back positive for COVID-19, according to a press release from the Matagorda County Hospital District.