Many of those surveyed said homelessness, loitering, drug use and public nuisances, along with protracted and intensive municipal construction projects, deter customers from visiting establishments.
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Miguel Otárola,
Denver Post,
5 Mar. 2026
Property owners who tolerate habitual nuisances will have to meet certain standards set by the city and pay fees to reimburse the city for enforcement resources.
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Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 Feb. 2026
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