Harris County Precinct 2 has spent $500,000 to address dangerous properties and nuisance violations in several communities, including Channelview, Baytown and Aldine.
The investment, made in partnership with Harris County Public Health during fiscal year 2026, addressed 23 dangerous properties and 93 nuisance violations, according to Commissioner Adrian Garcia’s office.
The work covered communities across Precinct 2, including North Shore, Highlands and South Belt.
One of the largest projects involved a former hotel at 15822 East Freeway in Channelview. After the property became vacant, officials received reports of squatters, suspected drug activity, illegal dumping, theft and multiple fires over the past year.
Parts of the building had collapsed, while other sections remained standing but were considered unstable. The structure was demolished and the property cleared in February, according to the precinct.
The cleanup effort is part of a countywide nuisance abatement program Garcia brought to Commissioners Court using American Rescue Plan Act funds. After that funding was largely exhausted, Commissioners Court unanimously approved a $500,000 agreement between Precinct 2 and Harris County Public Health to continue the work within the precinct.
Nuisance violations addressed through the program include unsafe structures, unsanitary conditions, illegal dumping and uncovered swimming pools.
“Public safety doesn’t just mean men and women with badges and a gun stopping crime. It includes eradicating the places in our neighborhoods that make families feel unsafe,” Garcia said.
Residents can report nuisance properties by calling 3-1-1.
