Harris County Attorney Abbie Kamin held a press conference on Oct. 27 to announce that the county is joining a lawsuit filed by the City of Houston and the State of Texas against the Life at Jackson Square Apartments in Meyerland. The suit alleges that the complex has become a “common nuisance” because owners and operators have allowed crime, disrepair and unsafe conditions to proliferate.
Scope of the complex
The 39‑acre property contains more than 150 buildings and over 1,300 rental units along Brays Bayou. According to the complaint, residents have endured repeated failures such as lack of hot water during freezes, frequent fires, and inadequate exterior lighting. A firefighter responding to a recent fire was hospitalized, underscoring the danger.
Alleged neglect
The lawsuit lists several specific deficiencies:
- Insufficient exterior lighting
- Infrequent or absent security officers
- Vehicle gates that are inoperable and left open
- Multiple abandoned and unsecured apartments
- Pedestrian gates that remain unlocked
Kamin emphasized that the problem is not isolated to a single building but affects the entire community, and that owners have “shirked their responsibility.”
Criminal activity documented
From May 2023 through Sept. 1, 2026, the Houston Police Department responded to 16 documented incidents at the complex, including reports of gunshots, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, discharging firearms on the property, and possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver.
Defendants and ownership structure
The suit names three entities as defendants:
- Pecos Housing Funding Corp.
- PHFC Jackson Square MM, LLC
- 5410 N. Braeswood Blvd. Houston LLC
The complaint explains that Pecos owns the land and controls its subsidiary, Jackson Managing Member. The land was previously owned by Braeswood before being transferred to Pecos, which now operates the buildings. Olive Tree Holdings is also identified as a manager of the premises.
Legal process and next steps
Kamin warned that the legal process could extend beyond a year, but stressed the urgency: “It is taking too long, and someone is going to die if this is not handled with expediency and rigor.” The county’s strategy relies on gathering complaints and agreements from tenants, as the government entities have limited authority to enter private property without resident cooperation.
Residents are encouraged to file complaints through the county’s website under the “stay scam free” tab. County Division Director Chris Garza said the office will seek to collect leases, special agreements and other documents that demonstrate promises made to tenants.
Community impact
The lawsuit aims to pressure owners to address safety hazards and restore basic services for the more than 1,300 families living in the complex. By joining the suit, Harris County demonstrates a commitment to protecting residents and upholding property standards in the community.
Community Impact has reached out to the property owners for comment and will update the story if a response is received.
Original reporting: Community Impact — Houston — read the source article.
