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We are halfway through the amendment process review for the I-Codes. Residential, Existing Building, Building, National Energy Code, Mechanical, Plumbing and Fuel-Gas, committees have concluded their review. The Spa & Pool Code, Fuel Code and Energy Conservation Code committees begin their evaluation this month and in June. Tracking of proposed amendments, meeting dates, and more can be viewed on the ICC Code updates website.

The Planning Commission Advisory Committee (PCTAC) is almost done with the full analysis of the submitted proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code (Ch. 35). Once finished, all amendments will be sent to the appropriate boards and commission for consideration. You can preview the items slated for the Planning Commission ahead of time. Once posted, final agendas can be seen at SASpeakUp.

DSD began the processes for both the City's Sign Code (Ch. 28) and the San Antonio Property Maintenance Code (SAPMC) last month. The review will continue for the next few months.

All meetings are available on livestream.

We have planned and prepared our next monthly training session based on your feedback! Scheduled for May 26 at 9:30 a.m., it will cover:

• Submitting an application for a city issued license
• Submitting an application to register your State issued license
• Renewing your license registration
• Uploading the Certificate of Insurance (COI)
• Paying license renewal fees

You can register now. Enter event number 2451 159 6322.

Upcoming sessions we are working on include:

• Electronic Plan Room refresher
• Special Inspector registration

ICYMI (In case you missed it...)

On April 28, we hosted a training on amendments that included a step-by-step explanation of the following topics:

• Adding & removing contacts
• Adding & removing Licensed Professionals
• Requesting a refund
• Requesting to withdraw an application

You can check out the presentation.

If you have any topic requests or recommendations for training, videos or a user guide, send us the details to buildsaocmteam@sanantonio.gov.

At the Apr. 26 meeting, task force members were briefed by Don Pitts, owner of Sound Music City, LLC. Development Services Department (DSD) hired Mr. Pitts as a professional services consultant to assist the Noise Ordinance Task Force in reviewing and recommending potential amendments to the current ordinance.

“In meetings with the Task Force members, it quickly became evident we needed technical expertise to end with a well-balanced ordinance for residents and business community,” said Michael Shannon, DSD Director. “This service will help task force members, and us, get a better understanding of San Antonio’s sound and noise landscape.”

Sound Music Cities, LLC will meet with residents and business owners, and assist in recommending legislative and policy updates such as noise thresholds, low frequency noise, vibrations, and other provisions that may govern noise in and near residential properties.

The Noise Ordinance Task Force continues its regular meetings. More information on efforts, meeting dates and times is available through our website and SASpeakUp.

Here is the schedule for 2022:

• May 12 - Mechanical
• May 26 - New Residential
• Jun. 9 - BuildSA (Accela)
• Jun. 23 - Strike Team
• Jul. 14 - Plumbing
• Jul. 28 - Electrical
• Aug. 11 - New Residential (IN SPANISH)
• Aug. 25 - Existing Residential

DSD has scheduled several in-person training sessions. Each session runs from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sign up in advance by calling 210.207.1111 or by signing up during one of your visits at our counter. For more information, visit our website.

DSD Academy is open and free for anyone to attend. It's a great way for residents to learn about what we do in DSD.

Coming up in May 21 is all about permits needed when working on your home. You can start registering now.

Next, in June, will be a progress report on where we are in the Unified Development Code amendment process, and what comes next. Register ahead of time if you would like to join us. 

The latest Information Bulletins (IB) are posted below:

IB 127 Occupant Load Request and Application, posted 04/27/2022

Updated to add applicants company address, as well as clarification as to submittal requirements.  

IB 223 - Residential and Commercial Fences, posted 03/29/2022

Describes the process and the minimum requirements for obtaining residential or commercial fence permits. Updated to reflect the application process on-line through BuildSA. 

For a complete list of additional online resources, visit the following sites:

• Forms & Applications
• Information Bulletins**
• Code Interpretations
• Rule Interpretations
• Annual Report

Currently looking for engineers, trade inspectors and code enforcement officers. To learn more about our job openings or to apply online, visit the city's career site.

The complete Performance Measures report is available online.