They also accept donations of these supplies. Not only is graffiti unattractive, it lowers property values and encourages other types of crime in neighborhoods. By removing graffiti promptly, property owners can send a message to the people responsible for graffiti. GAP operates a paint bank. Owners of vandalized property may receive up to five gallons of FREE paint every three months to eliminate graffiti on their property.
FREE paint is available for private residences as well as commercial properties.
Yes, but only if you have received an official notification from the Code Compliance Division. The Graffiti Patrol was created by the City of Fort Worth, and is composed of two city employees and many volunteers. Additional work is done by adults on work release from the municipal jail and juveniles who must perform court mandated community service. In addition to painting over graffiti, the Graffiti Patrol also uses sandblasting and mural painting to help control graffiti. The Satellite Paint Bank stores paint for use by private citizens and the Graffiti Patrol.