Fort Worth's TXU Power Plant Gains Historic Protection

0:00Fort Worth City Council just gave the old TXU North Main Power Plant some serious historic protection. This spot along the Trinity River north of downtown, owned by Terran County College, now has endangered status that blocks easy demolition through A demolition through A. Resoning vote. The college didn't fight it, so the 9-0 approval was smooth. Histored Fort Worth kicked off the push last fall when the college listed the site for sale. They sent it to the city's historic and cultural landmarks commission which recommended the protection on February 9th. With two council members out, the rest locked it in unanimously. Preservation advocates are fired up, calling in proof Fort Worth is waking up to history's value. They say it brings real economic winds for developers and the city. The plants landed on most endangered lists multiple times, showing long time worry. The college yanked the eight acre property off the market after just one bid came in, way under its 9.4 million dollar value.

1:01State law wouldn't let them sell that low anyway. This 113-year-old shuttered spot powered the city's growth back in the day. With this shield in place, eyes are on what comes next, maybe a smart restoration that honors the past while sparking new life. Fort Worth's preservation game is leveling up. Stay informed with Dallas News today, AI-powered updates.