Development Process
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Submit a Permit or License Application
The Development Services department serves both commercial and residential development needs by overseeing platting, zoning, permitting, licensing, building inspections, and certificates of occupancy.
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
Michael Gallardo
Coordinator
Phone: 210-695-5901
Email Coordinator
Belenda Parker
Specialist
Phone:
210-695-5964
Email Specialist
Nicole Mayfield
Assistant
Phone:
210-695-5947
Email Assistant
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.
CODE ENFORCEMENT
Dustin Blaschke
Code Enforcement
Phone: 210-695-5907
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:
- International Building Code, 2015 edition
- International Fire Code, 2015 edition
- International Residential Code, 2015 edition
- International Property Maintenance Code, 2015 edition
- International Plumbing Code, 2015 edition
- National Electrical Code, 2017 edition
- Helotes Municipal Code of Ordinances