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City warns permit applicants of payment request email scam
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· August 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The City is alerting residents, contractors, and developers who conduct business with the Development Services Department to be cautious.
The City of Fort Worth is warning individuals who have applied for permits about a scam. Fraudulent emails are being sent that appear to be from the City, but are actually from scammers. These emails contain fake invoices or requests for payment, and are intended to deceive recipients into sending money.
The City is alerting residents, contractors, and developers who conduct business with the Development Services Department to be cautious. Further information about the scam and how to protect oneself is available from the City of Fort Worth. Residents and businesses are advised to exercise caution when receiving emails that request payment.
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Category: arts Published: August 4, 2026 Source: Fort Worth Business Press Reading time: 1 min
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