Building Permits
The Community Development Department issues building, electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits and inspects work for final approval. When an applicant comes in the office the following steps should be taken in order to get a project approved:
- Meet with a Community Development staff person to understand what documents are needed for your particular project. This initial meeting is important and helps you understand what information and changes are needed as you prepare to submit your plans.
- If you are not requesting any variances, submit your plans along with plan review and building permit applications. Your first payment is for plan review (half the cost of the building permit). It usually takes between two-to-three weeks to review your plans.
- Once your plans are approved and stamped by the City, we contact you to let you know your plans are ready to be picked-up. A second payment is made when you pick-up your stamped plans and a building permit is issued to you to post on the property. This is your master permit for the project.
- Licensed trades such as plumbing and electrical may then apply for their trade permit at the appropriate time.
The contractor should be aware of what these inspections are and if there are any questions they may contact the Community Development department at (210) 826-0516.
Allowed Work Hours:
Work is permitted Monday though Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The contractor can set up at 7 a.m. and may take until 6 p.m. to break down the equipment. A written request should be submitted in advance for any weekend work.
| Require Permits | |
|---|---|
| Inside | Outside |
| Plumbing Work Heating and A/C installations or replacements Water heater installations or replacements Broiler installation or replacements Electrical Work Electrical panels, lines or fixtures Installation or replacement of windows and/or doors Structural modifications All interior remodeling |
Plumbing Work Lawn sprinkler systems Swimming pools, hot tubs, spas Fences, arbors, trellis, walls, retaining walls, and wooden decks Foundation repair work Driveways and other concrete work All structures and additions All New Construction Additions and Alterations All Garages Patio enclosures Swimming Pools Storage Sheds Roofing (reshingling and redecking) Porch/patio covers, awnings & carports Replacing windows or doors Replacing siding Tree removal |
| Do Not Require Permits | |
|---|---|
| Inside | Outside |
| Maintenance repair work less than $2,500, for example: House painting and wall papering Wood floor refinishing or new carpeting New fixtures, switches or outlets if done by homeowner Replacing glass only on existing windows/doors Wallpapering Replacing Plumbing Fixtures Replacing Cabinets & Counter tops Adding Insulation Changing light fixtures, switches or outlets Electrical Work |
General Landscaping (Multi-family or commercial properties require permit) Lawn Replacement |
| This is not a complete list of all type of projects | |
The City Of Alamo Heights Community Development Department will be glad to provide you with information related to your specific project. Please contact the Community Development Department at 826-0516 Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
| Permit Forms and Applications | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| All of the following documents are presented in PDF format. | |||
| Building Permit Application | Download | ||
| Sign Permit Application | Download | ||
| Demolition/Move Permit Request Application | Download | ||
| Demolition Permit Request Application | Download | ||
| BOA Variance Application | Download | ||
| ARB Review Application (Structures) | Download | ||
| Zoning Change Application | Download | ||
| Certificate of Occupancy Application | Download | ||
| Backflow Prevention Assembly Test/Maintenance Report | Download | ||
| Food Establishment Permit Application | Download | ||
| Plan Review Checklist | Download | ||
| Plat Application | Download | ||