Development Services Enterprise Fund Stabilization and Permit Fee Increases
San Antonio
Summary
To address a structural deficit in its enterprise fund, Development Services is proposing a phased 35% increase in building permit fees over three years, alongside code enforcement position cuts.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
- Importance
- 10
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
Impact analysis
Stabilizes the Development Services enterprise fund through phased permit fee increases while trimming general fund code enforcement capacity.
The development enterprise fund achieves financial stabilization, ensuring service level agreements for plan reviews are maintained.
Mentions & discussions (2)
San Antonio raises fees for new commercial construction and renovation projects
New fees that took effect Oct. 1 are based on project size, while alterations to single-family properties remain free for residents.
City Council Budget Work Session - Aug 25, 2026
To address a structural deficit in its enterprise fund, Development Services is proposing a phased 35% increase in building permit fees over three years, alongside code enforcement position cuts.
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