WELCOME TO THE BUILDING DEVELOPMENT SERVICES WEBSITE
About Building Development Services
Mission Statement
Protect the Lives and Safety of the Public & to Preserve the Quality of Life, Contributing to the Economic Development of our Cities.
The Building Developmental Services Department is committed to working with the building community to ensure all structures are built in compliance with the local building code. Our staff works diligently to ensure homes and non-residential structures are built with safety in mind.
Arturo Garcia
Building Development Services Director
1413 Houston St.
Laredo, Texas 78040
956.794.1625
The Department is subdivided into 6 divisions that oversee various aspects of permitting, construction, and enforcement of the Code of Ordinances
About our location
We are located at the corner of Houston St. and Santa Maria Ave. Customer parking is available in the parking lot across the street from the building.
Garage sale permits rules and regulations are as follows:
- Only four per year are allowed
- $15 fee for the first two and $30 fee for the last two
- Money Order or Credit/Debit Card Accepted
(NO CASH OR CHECKS) - Must bring copy of ID and Utility Bill of location.
- If permit is for another location, must bring a letter
authorizing garage sale. - Signs are not allowed on right of way or utility posts.
NOT ALLOWED
All new businesses must visit our office to register and obtain a Certificate of Occupancy, and a sign permit (if applicable), before opening to customers. New construction will receive a Certificate of Occupancy as part of the construction process.
- Check
- Money Order
- Credit/Debit Card
- Garage sale permits can only be paid with money order or credit/debit card.
- Some permits require payment in the form of company check.
We offer various services through
our Click2Gov portal, including:
Inspection Request/ Results
Permit Information
Application Submittal
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Garage Sale Permit
New Business Permit
Forms of Payment
Online Services
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1413 Houston St.
Laredo, Texas 78040
P: 956.794.1625