Julie M. Martinez
Development Services Specialist Supervisor
Office (210) 207-0141
Fax (210) 207-0102
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The Permit & License section is here for our residential customers as well as various types of contractors to help with permitting and licensing requirements for the development and construction
processes.
Our team can assist homeowners and licensed contractors obtain the proper permits for their project. The building permit application process ensures that the plans for construction comply with San Antonio’s Unified Development Codes (www.sanantonio.gov/dsd/udc.asp) and the 2006 International Residential Building Code (www.iccsafe.org).
If your property is within the City of San Antonio jurisdiction and you are erecting, constructing, enlarging, altering, repairing, improving, removing, converting, moving, demolishing any building or structure or a portion within the structure, you are required to obtain City of San Antonio permits.
Permits can be issued to Home Improvement Contractors or Residential Building Contractors provided that their license is current with the City of San Antonio. Homeowner’s can also obtain their own building permit provided that they show proof of ownership and photo identification. Homeowner’s may also obtain plumbing permits for their existing residence, provided that it is their homestead and that the work will be installed personally without the assistance of any person or persons. Our staff will verify ownership with the
Bexar Appraisal District.
Every permit issued shall become invalid unless the work authorized by such permit is commenced within 180 days after its issuance, or if the work authorized by such permit is suspended or abandoned for a period of 180 days after the time the work is commenced.
If you would like to verify if your contractor is registered with the City of San Antonio, contact us at (210) 207-1111 option 4. Or you may also email us at
DSDlicense@sanantonio.gov and you will receive a response from our staff.
At the Permits & License counter we can assist individuals with the following:
- Room additions (one story less than 1000 sq.ft)
- Detached accessory structures (over 120sq.ft) (200 sq ft after January 1, 2010)
- Carports, decks, and patios
- Inground & above ground swimming pools
- Fence & Re-roofs
- Foundation repairs
- General Repairs (to include sheetrock, siding, doors, windows, and flooring)
- Garage Sale Permits
- *New Residential Construction
(*Plans can be submitted by the homeowner or licensed builder. The builder must be licensed with the City of S.A as a Residential Building Contractor. The homeowner will sign a notarized affidavit stating that they will reside in the home at least 1 year after completion of construction.)
Inspections are required for most types of jobs. The permit holder is responsible for requesting inspections by going on-line or calling our Customer Service section. You may call Customer Service at 207-1111 option 0 for additional information.
Depending on the extent of the work, you may be required to obtain one or more of the following permits:
- Electrical
- Mechanical (heating/air conditioning)
- Plumbing (to include gas & sewer)
- Concrete (sidewalks, curbs, drive approaches in public Right of Way)
Also, any properties in the following districts may require additional approval:
Forms & Application:
For all projects proposing additional square footage, a site plan (showing entire lot, existing residence on lot, proposed construction, & distances to all property lines), an estimated construction value (to include cost of materials & labor), and an Energy Report (total number of windows & sizes, doors, and walls) will be required. Room additions that are two story and/or over 1000 square feet must submit plans to the
Residential Building Review Team.
For additional information, please contact us
(210) 207-1111 option 4. The Community Link Centers can also assist customers with various types of permits. Contact one of the
Link Centers for additional information.
Licensed Contractors
State Licenses
The City of San Antonio requires all State contractors (Builders, Mechanical, Plumbing, Electrical, and Irrigators) to register their license with Development Services in order to obtain permits within our jurisdiction. Some of these licenses are required to provide Certificate of Liability Insurance and/or a Bond. Theses types of licenses are required to pay an annual registration fee with the City.
City Licenses
The City of San Antonio also issues and/or renews municipal licenses and registrations to include the following: Residential Builder, Home Improvement, Sidewalk & Curb, Mechanical, Sign, and Electrical.
These types of licenses and registrations pay a renewal fee either annually or bi-annually with the City.
If you choose a contractor to do work at your residence, please contact our office to verify if they are
licensed or registered with the City of San Antonio and to also see if they have
obtained the proper permits for their jobs.
First time Contractors doing work in the City of San Antonio will need to apply in person at our
main office. Those contractors wishing to submit a current copy of their Certificate of Insurance may do so by e-mailing it to us at
DSDLicense@sanantonio.gov. or by faxing it to (210) 207-0102. Please note that all original bonds must be turned in at the main office.
The Chief Inspectors are also available to answer any questions that you may have about a particular contractor that may have done work for you or are proposing to do work at your residence.
Applications:
Additional References:
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State Plumbing Website
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State Electrical & Mechanical Website
About our Team
Julie M. Martinez
Development Services Specialist Supervisor
(210) 207-0141
FAX: (210) 207-0102
E-Mail: Julie.Martinez@sanantonio.gov
PDSD Specialist & Representatives:
Jaclyn Gonzales
Jaclyn.Gonzales@sanantonio.gov 207-0004
Maria Valentin Maria.Valentin@sanantonio.gov 207-0005
Carmen Cura Carmen.Cura@sanantonio.gov 207-0006
Ruben San Miguel Ruben.SanMiguel@sanantonio.gov 207-0007
Sarah Esparza Sarah.Esparza@sanantonio.gov 207-0009
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