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Can HOAs regulate scooters and e-bikes?
By By Patrick Banis at Fort Worth Report
· June 27, 2026
· 4 min read
Can HOAs regulate e-bikes and scooters? Sean Kenjura, deputy chief at the Fort Worth Police Department, provided the City Council’s Public Safety Committee with an update on state and local laws that pertain to electric bikes, scooters and similar devices at their June 2 meeting. The update was prov
Key takeaway Sean Kenjura, deputy chief at the Fort Worth Police Department, provided the City Council’s Public Safety Committee with an update on state and local laws that pertain to electric bikes, scooters and similar devices at their June 2 meeting.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The question of whether homeowners associations can regulate e-bikes and scooters has implications for neighborhoods across Fort Worth, particularly those with privately owned common areas and sidewalks. As the city continues to grow and develop, the presence of these devices is likely to increase, raising concerns about safety and accessibility. In areas like the Fort Worth Stockyards and Sundance Square, where pedestrians and vehicles often share the same space, clear regulations will be crucial to preventing accidents and ensuring a smooth flow of traffic. The fact that HOAs have the power to enforce their own rules on privately owned property means that residents in these neighborhoods may face varying levels of regulation, depending on where they live. As the city moves forward, it will be important to strike a balance between allowing residents to enjoy the convenience of e-bikes and scooters and maintaining public safety.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
Reading time: 4 min
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