Development Process

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City of Helotes Development Services

The Development Services department serves both commercial and residential development needs by overseeing platting, zoning, permitting, licensing, building inspections, and certificates of occupancy.

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Short-Term Rentals

Master Plan

DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Michael Gallardo
Coordinator
Phone: 210-695-5901
Email Coordinator

Nicole Mayfield
Specialist
Phone:
210-695-5947
Email Assistant

Abigail Izquierdo
Permit Technician
Phone:
210-695-5914
Email Specialist

Code Enforcement

Code Enforcement administers violations of the Helotes Code of Ordinances. Code violations are investigated, researched, and conducted by the Code Enforcement Officer. Violations are subsequently submitted to and prosecuted by Helotes Municipal Court.

Activities Requiring Permits in Helotes

Note: This is not a complete list of activities that may require a permit. Contact Development Services for more information, if needed.

Trade Work – Residents or contractors performing trade work (i.e., plumbing, electrical, decks, etc.) will require permits from the City of Helotes.
Banners & Signs – Temporary banners and commercial signage require City of Helotes permits.
Tree Trimming – Contractors must have a permit from the City of Helotes prior to trimming trees on properties located in the City of Helotes. Brush must be removed by the contractor before completing their work. Commercially cut brush is not permitted for pick up during Brush Pickup.
Dogs & Cats – Pets housed within the City of Helotes must have a pet license.

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Code of Ordiances

City Arborist

CODE ENFORCEMENT

Roxanne Oliver
Code Enforcement
Phone: 210-695-5900

Email Code Enforcement

Permit & Inspections

The City of Helotes has adopted the following federal, state, and local building codes. The codes provide the minimum requirements for structural, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fire safety, energy conservation, and sewage disposal: