|
The Department of Code Compliance enforces City codes and regulations that result in the protection of the health, safety and welfare of all citizens. The Department is responsible for enforcing the following codes:
To view the codes of ordinances for the City of San Antonio, click on the image below.
SUMMARY DANGEROUS PREMISESA vacant and dilapidated building may be considered a dangerous premise as defined in City code if the structure is seen as a threat to public health or safety. Depending on the condition of the property, City officials could order its demolition or cleaning and securing at the owner's expense. In addition the City may file a case in Municipal Court against the owner of the property. Shown below is an example of what the Code Compliance Department is trying to achieve in neighborhoods all over San Antonio. This property had been in a state of disrepair for many years. A court case was filed against one of its' prior owners. It was eventually sold to someone who was willing to make the repairs.
JUNKED VEHICLES.
VACANT LOTS.Allowing weeds, grass or brush to grow more than 12 inches high and/or allowing an accumulation of trash and debris is a violation of City code. The City of San Antonio encourages all owners of vacant lots to keep them neatly mowed and cleared.
Municipal Court Action. In addition to the above remedies, the City may also file a case against the property owner in Municipal Court. If convicted, property owners face a fine of up to $2,000.00 per violation.
ZONING.Zoning regulations have been made in accordance with a comprehensive plan to promote the health, safety and general welfare of the community. These regulations include provisions for the use of property and limitations upon the shape, bulk and location of buildings which occupy the land. It is a violation, for instance, to operate a commercial activity in a district designated for residential use. Violations carry a fine of up to $2,000 for failing to comply. back to top
All of us are responsible
for keeping our property clear of trash, debris and overgrown vegetation. If your home is
served by an alley, you are responsible for its maintenance from the middle of the alley
to the front of the street. Restrictions
on the number of animals that may be kept on private property are based on the type of
animal. For example, no more than five dogs and three cats may be kept on an average
residential lot. Barbed wire
and fences are regulated within the City of San Antonio. A permit must be obtained to
construct any type of fence and the use of barbed wire is restricted to three strands atop
a six-foot fence. Approval
for the use of land or property must be obtained from the Department of Development
Services in accordance with zoning regulations and renewed upon a change of ownership or
use. Permit Limitations Not more than three
(3) permits shall be issued to the same person or for the same address within any twelve
(12) month period and not more than one (1) permit shall be issued to the same person or
for the same address within any one (1) quarter period. Sign Display A sign no larger
than four (4) square feet in area may be displayed on the premises announcing the sale
during the permitted time of sale. No sign advertising of the sale shall be posted
on telephone poles, light standards, street signs or the City right-of-way. Not more
than two (2) signs placed in the property lawn shall be permitted and must be removed by
the last day of the permitted sale. Glue / Paint
Sales It is unlawful to
sell glue or aerosol paint to a minor. Violations Violations of such
rules are subject to a fine of up to $50 for the first two convictions not to exceed $500
for each thereafter. Questions Questions regarding
garage / yard sales may be directed to Customer Service / 311 System by dialing 311 within
San Antonio city limits. Written
approval must be obtained from the Code Compliance Department prior to the issuance of an
animal permit by the Metropolitan Health District. Permits must be renewed annually. OBSTRUCTIONS ON CITY
PROPERTY OR RIGHT-OF-WAY. Pedestrian
and vehicular rights-of-way must be kept free of any obstructions. For example,
structures, overhanging tree limbs, basketball goals, fences, dumpsters and shrubbery are
prohibited when on City owned or City controlled rights-of-way. There are special
regulations that apply at street intersections. VENDORS, HAWKERS AND
PEDDLERS. Persons engaged in any
commercial outdoor retail activity must meet license requirements and are restricted from
operating in certain areas of the City without special approval.
|