AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – The Public Utility Commission of Texas has approved the adoption of an additional area code for the Dallas Fort Worth area, to accommodate continued population growth.
It has been estimated that the remaining phone numbers starting with 214, 469 and 972 are on track to run out in the first three months of 2021. When they do so, new numbers beginning with the new area code (945) will be assigned. The new code is expected to meet numbering needs for an additional thirteen years.
“The growth of the population in Dallas and surrounding cities is a reflection of the continued economic vitality in the region and across the state,” said Governor Greg Abbott. “When the availability of jobs intersects with the quality of life in Texas, this kind of growth is to be expected. I applaud the PUC for taking this prudent step.”
Customers with existing numbers beginning with 214, 469 and 972 will keep them. New numbers starting with 945 will be assigned when the remainder of those numbers run out in early 2021.
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