The Code Enforcement Department responsibilities include planning, development review and enforcement of various City Ordinance and Codes, as well as Building Inspections. A major role of the department is to coordinate the review and analysis of development projects to assure their compliance with City standards and regulations.
The review of development projects is achieved through the sub-division design review process or a specific site development plan review. Through these review processes, the department assures the implementation of the community Comprehensive Plan guidelines and the Sub-division Regulation standards.
The community has adopted all the International Building Code and Residential Code to govern new building construction activity are performed by the department to assure that all new buildings meet the code standards. To find out more about the inspection program, you may contact the Code Enforcement Department at 830 393 3105 ext 235 to find out more information on how to schedule an appointment for an inspection.
Minimum property and nuisance standards for existing buildings, grass, junk and inoperable vehicles are administered by the department on a complaint and observation basis.
Department staff also provides support to various citizen boards that work with the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Adjustment, Tree Board, and Code Appeals Board.
The Department also becomes involved in many special projects that help implement the plans and goals of the City through grants administration under various state and federal programs.
For information on rates and applications, please contact the Permit Office at 830 393 1222.