View persons arrested in the past 24 hours at the Magistrates Office Search Website. (5) The animal must have a registered microchip and obtain an annual aggressive dog permit from the department. (c) Costs must be paid to the department in cash or certified funds only. Sec. The owner must have adequate facilities to house the livestock and ensure adequate sanitation. (a) No person shall expose any known poisonous substance, whether mixed with food or not, so that the same may be attractive to any warm-blooded animal or human; except that it shall not be unlawful for a person to expose, on his own property or with permission of the property owner, commercially available rat poison or other pesticides appropriately placed in accordance with the labeling directions. (d) It shall be unlawful for anyone to whom an animal has been conditionally released under this section to fail to have the animal sterilized and provide proof of sterilization to the department within thirty (30) days from the date of the conditional release. Closed on City Holidays. If not so removed expeditiously, an animal care officer shall seize such animal if he has reason to believe the animal is not being properly fed, housed, or cared for, or is not being safely and securely confined for public safety. Bexar County utilizes and references the 2015 International Code Series and amendments found in the Bexar County Rules for the Enforcement of the International Fire Code and International Building Codes. Permit required for circuses, rodeos, animal exhibits, animal shows, petting zoos and recreational animal rides; special exceptions for institutions and special attractions. Review upon frequent violations. However, there may be other development regulations that apply to the property. Please refer to the Unified Development Code for the specific regulations covered under the ordinance. (b) After receiving a sworn affidavit of complaint and upon making a decision that seizure is a reasonable precaution to insure the health and safety of people nearby, the department may order the immediate seizure and impound of the dog. 5-82. Sec. All costs must be paid within a maximum of three (3) business days following the receipt of the notice and statement. This Chapter provides regulations to protect the public health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of Leon Valley by promoting good planning and construction practice; it is administered to ensure orderly growth and development and shall supplement and facilitate the provisions in the master or comprehensive plan, zoning chapter, official maps and capital budget of the city; and address park land dedication to provide recreational areas for the citizens of the community. (1) Filing a written notice of appeal of the departments aggressive dog determination to municipal court; Submitted by former Councilmember Roberto Trevino and Councilman Clayton Perry on Mar. Sec. 5-132. The Unified Development Code (UDC) was last updated in FY 2015. City Hall (3) On private property, in all cases except fenced rear yards of residences, if the officer reasonably believes that the animal will run at large if not impounded. By submitting this form you agree to our Privacy Policy & Terms. 5-156. 1901 S. Alamo St. San Antonio, TX 78204. 5-158. Corporations with an Internal Revenue Service Code Section 501(c)(3) status as a non-profit organization established for the purpose of protecting and caring for stray and unwanted animals shall not be required to pay said fee. Sec. 5-77. 5-126. The administrative appeal hearing officer shall consider only the factual record made at the animal permit hearing and decide if the determination of the animal permit hearing officer is reasonably supported by substantial evidence. The facilities shall be subject to inspection by the department. The UDC implements the City's Comprehensive Plan and Master Plan Policies. This Chapter is enforced through Community Development and Code Enforcement. The cost of securing said dog(s) shall be borne by the owner. (6) The owner or keeper of a level 3 aggressive dog shall not permit the warning sign to be removed from the secure enclosure. Visit our Office The sellers permit number shall be prominently displayed in all advertisements, notices, or displays for sale of the animals. All three (3) said directors are each individually authorized to petition a justice or municipal court for a court order for the seizure of a particularly described animal or all animals kept on the subject premises to be impounded and cared for as abused or neglected animals pending a hearing before the court in accordance with section 821.022 of the Texas Health and Safety Code. It details how many animals can be kept, where and in what manner they are to be kept, and prohibits animals from running at large in the City. (a) Appeal of a dangerous dog determination shall be in accordance with section 822.0421 ofthe Texas Health and Safety Code. < See the link for this code. Once determined to be injured or ill by a licensed veterinarian, an animal may be returned to use only after certification as healthy by a licensed veterinarian. 5-115. Due to a change in the statue, participating jurisdictions may elect to turn over their delinquent business property taxes to their delinquent tax attorneys for collection on April 1st of the year the taxes became delinquent, and are also subject to an additional collection penalty of 15 or 20% of the taxes, penalties and interest due. A requested hearing will be scheduled no earlier than the eleventh (11) day after the date of the service of notice at a date and time determined by the court. (b) If there is a change in contact information of an owner or keeper of a registered microchipped equine, dog or cat, the owner or keeper shall update contact information, including new address or telephone number, with the microchip registration company within thirty (30) days of the date of the change in contact information. An open discussion will be held during each meeting for items of information to be shared. Sec. Oak Wilt is a deadly fungal disease that infects and disables the water-conducting system in oak trees. (2) The animal owner has been a resident of this city for fewer than thirty (30) days; or If the dog cannot be safely approached, a tranquilizer projector may be used by department personnel. Proof of General Liability Insurance, minimum $300.000.00. Address, Phone Number, and Fax Number for Bexar County Planning Department, a Building Department, at South Main Avenue, San Antonio TX. Leash and pooper scooper required. Proof of medical unsuitability for microchipping along with the identifying tattoo number and owners or keepers name, address and telephone number must be provided to the Department within thirty (30) days of tattooing. The facilities shall be subject to inspection by the department. State law giving authority to municipalities to require landowners to keep their property free of weeds, brush and conditions constituting a public nuisance. (3) All dogs and cats must have a registered microchip . 5-150. When visiting downtown San Antonio for Bexar County offices we recommend the Bexar County Parking Garage. This shall be in addition to, and not in lieu of, the criminal penalties provided for in this chapter. Impoundment of animals unclaimed after quarantine. ARTICLE VII. Confinement of biting, scratching animals; sterilization required for biting animals. Traps with holding mechanisms prohibited; exceptions. This does not preclude a noise violation covered under Disorderly Conduct Chapter 42 of the Texas Penal Code. 5-14. If an owner of animals intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly engages in non-compliance or refusal to comply with permit ordinance requirements, the department may seek to impound and take ownership of any available animals if the City follows the process outlined below. Bexar County Courts Code of Ordinances Texas Court Clerks Assoc. (3) Prevent unauthorized access to the snake through adequate safeguards. The animal must be reclaimed within the time limits in section 5-158. Sec. Checks or money orders are to be made payable to: Lucy Adame-Clark, Bexar County Clerk. 15, 2021, thisCouncil Consideration Request(CCR) asks for DSD to create a task force to review, evaluate and provide recommendation onCh. 5-134. The dog shall not be released to the owner or be made available for adoption until either potential recipient of the dog has established arrangements for accommodating the animal consistent with all the security and safety requirements ordered by the department. Animals impounded under this section may be reclaimed by the owner within five (5) days excluding the day of impoundment and any days the animal care services facility is not opened. (c) If an animal is believed to have rabies or has been bitten by an animal suspected of having rabies, such animal shall be quarantined for observation by a veterinarian for the appropriate period as required by state law. The owner or keeper of an aggressive dog shall not permit the dog to be moved to a new address or change owners or keepers without providing the director with ten (10) days prior written notification. Nontransferability. < See the link for this code. a. (d) Any animal being sold, traded, bartered, leased, rented, or being given away on any roadside, public right-of-way, commercial parking lot, garage sale, flea market, festival, park, community center or outdoor public place shall be subject to seizure and impoundment at the discretion of the investigating animal care officer. Rates will vary and will be posted upon arrival. Aggressive dogs; levels defined. b. Sec. These observations and testimony can be provided by animal care officers or by other witnesses who personally observed the behavior. (2) Keep the snake in such a manner so as not to threaten or annoy any person of normal sensitivity; and Sec. .more Office Municipal Court Address 401 S. Frio San Antonio, TX 78207 General Information & Hours Compliments or Complaints about Law Enforcement For information, including service hours and accepted payment locations, please visit Class C Misdemeanors Information. Section 5-164: Mandatory Sterilization Requirements. Sec. 1901 S. Alamo The Planning Commission appoints 18 locally recognized community members to the Technical Advisory Committee for overlapping two-year terms. Owners of exhibition or competition animals and police or military service dogs shall provide proof to the department. (1) Dogs classified as level 1 dogs shall be restrained, so as not to be at large, by a physical device or structure, in a manner that prevents the dog from reaching any public sidewalk, or adjoining property and must be located so as not to interfere with the publics legal access to the owners or keepers premises whenever that dog is outside the owners or keepers home and not on a leash. This listing is voluntary and will be only used by the Code Enforcement Section. Keeping of bovines, equines, sheep, and goats. The owner or keeper of any animal in the city is responsible for the behavior and conduct of that animal at all times including the creation of a public nuisance. Maintaining current microchip registration. The person shall be notified of the directors findings and determination by certified mail, return receipt requested. Notification of change of status; disposition of dangerous dog. Impounding abandoned or unrestrained animals. The department shall investigate the applicants qualifications for a license. (5) If the animal permit hearing officer does not reverse the permit denial or revocation, the owner has the right to appeal the determination to municipal court by submitting written notice to the department within five (5) working days of receiving the animal permit hearing officers determination. Euthanization of rabid animals, wild biting animals. This item is tentatively scheduled to go to City Council in June 2023. (a) The owner of an animal impounded remains subject to prosecution for violation of this chapter regardless of reclamation or nonreclamation. Leash and pooper scooper required. The city animal care services facility is authorized to accept animals for humane disposition from other municipalities in Bexar County as long as the city and the other municipality in Bexar County maintain a joint animal control program by contractual agreement. The maximum amount of rabbits allowed with an excess animal permit is twenty-five (25). (f) Any dog or cat that bites a person or domestic animal without provocation or a dog that bites a person or domestic animal while the dog was found free of restraint shall be required to be sterilized within thirty (30) days following the quarantine period. It shall be unlawful for any person to wound or kill any cattle, horse, sheep, swine or goats of any description, whether wild or domestic, in any public place within the city. Impoundment of animals unclaimed after quarantine. (2) Fail to notify the department of a change of status as set out in section 5-80; or (b) A minimum of four hundred (400) square feet of pen of which one hundred (100) square feet is under roof must be provided for each head of bovines or equines and two hundred (2) If a permit is revoked, the permittee will have thirty (30) days to come into compliance with existing numbers limits. (2) Release the animal to the owner if the animal was found unrestrained outside the owners premises, but the owner readily presents himself and agrees to restrain the animal in the future. 5-135. Sec. (c) The director shall have the discretion to increase or decrease a classified dogs restrictions based upon relevant circumstances. In an effort to improve the appearance and value of properties and to promote character within our City, the ordinance also provides requirements for tree, Zoning Buffers, Landscaping, Streetscape Planting Standards and Fences. 5-86. (a) A person commits an offense under state law, pursuant to the Texas Health and Safety Code, if the person is the owner of a dangerous dog and the dog makes an unprovoked attack on another person outside the dogs enclosure and causes bodily injury to the other person. 17, 2022 meeting: For more information, send us an email atSignCodeReview@sanantonio.gov. (Code 1959, 1-1) Charter reference Authority to codify ordinances, 17 . (a) The department may order the seizure and impoundment of any abandoned animal as defined in this chapter. Checks or money orders are to be made payable to: Lucy Adame-Clark, Bexar County Clerk. For pets impounded at the animal care services facility, the director may require the sterilization surgery to be completed by the department at the owners expense prior to its release back to the owner. This Chapter provides for the continuation of employee and employer participation in the Social Security program and the Texas Municipal Retirement System, adopts a substance abuse policy for a drug free workplace, and creates the Leon Valley Police Department. Any valid violation under this chapter, including exceeding the number of animals allowed on the original permit is grounds for revocation of the permit by the department. Sec. The owner may be represented by counsel. Chapter 2: Animal Control (7) At the owners expense, the aggressive dog must be spayed or neutered either by the department or, at the discretion of the department, by a veterinarian approved by the department prior to being released back to its owner. a. Welcome to Bexar County As the 4th largest county in Texas and the 17th largest county nationally, Bexar County is steeped in rich history and tradition, while at the same time rapidly growing with a population approaching two million. Monday - Friday Jurors parking at the garage will receive a discounted rate, please bring your parking ticket for validation at Jury Services. If a dog is determined to be aggressive, it will remain in confinement as directed by the department. Sec. The SAPMC applies to all existing residential and commercial buildings and structures, establishing minimum standards for: This amendment cycle, we received 83 proposed amendments (24 internal and 59 external) and four public comments. Sec. (5) Organizations with an approved rescue group license shall be exempt from being required to have a sellers permit or pet shop license. Sec. By using the Bexar County Library and Copy Center, you are agreeing to the Library Code of Conduct. Sec. 5-85. Review upon frequent violations. (a) Each cat colony will be registered by the caretakers with the department which will serve as a clearinghouse for information on current caretakers, education for new caretakers, and assistance for persons found in violation of this section. The Chairperson will develop all items in coordination with the Liaison. San Antonio, Texas, Code of Ordinances, Part II, Chapter 5: ANIMALS. When similar amendments are submitted DSD will coordinate and review them with applicable representatives, including neighborhoods, school districts, military, development community, city departments, and additional organizations. (b) No animal owner shall allow the accumulation of animal waste on any premises in a quantity sufficient to create an odor offensive to a person of normal sensibilities standing on any adjacent property not owned or controlled by the subject animals owner, or which creates a condition conducive to the breeding of flies or other pests. The instruments shall be maintained in calibration and good working order. The director is authorized to reduce or waive any fee provided for in this chapter. Sec. 5-4. Find more information at http://bexarbibliotech.org/. To see if Development Services is currently offering any continuing education classes please visit the Training Section of our website. Within five (5) working days after the dog is deemed dangerous, the department will notify the owner of the dog, of the dangerous dog determination, by certified mail, return receipt requested. 30-minute limit on computer usage if there is a waiting list Sec. ANIMAL NUISANCES; IMPOUNDMENT Sec. Presiding Waiting Area & Copy Center 100 Dolorosa, 1st Floor (across from elevator bank) San Antonio, Texas 78205 Phone: (210) 335-3182 . Bexar County. Final disposition of rabid, nonrabid animals. Due to their immature immune system, any abandoned animal under four (4) months of age shall become the property of the city upon delivery to the animal care services facility, for disposition at the discretion of the department. Some quick links to help you find what you need: For questions about PCTAC Agendas, contact thePolicy Administration Team.. Sec. Certificate of Liability Insurance with the City of San Antonio listed as the Certificate Holder. The selection of an animal for adoption or rescue during the reclamation period or thereafter shall not confer any ownership right or right of possession to the animal. Precinct Finder. (c) The following shall be exempt from the sterilization requirement: This amendment cycle included 234 amendments, 191 internal and 43 external. Sec. If the hearing is not conducted within fifteen (15) working days of the date the notice of appeal is received, the department shall issue the requested permit or reinstate the revoked permit. (b) The department may sell unclaimed livestock found running free of restraint by public auction to the highest bidder for cash after notice of the auction is posted on a public bulletin board where other public notices are posted for the city. All UDC amendments are reviewed by the Planning Commission Technical Advisory Committee (PCTAC). This code is enforced through the Community Development Department through the Zoning Administrator. Dangerous dogs shall be defined in accordance with chapter 822 of the Texas Health and Safety Code, section 822.041 as referenced below and shall be determined and regulated in accordance with said chapter. a. Such symbol or decal must be displayed on or about the sign; The cost of securing said dog(s) shall be borne by the owner. 5-1. Sec. An owner of any dog or cat who cannot provide proof of said rabies vaccination shall be subject to a fee for rabies vaccination of each dog or cat. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Find Bexar County Residential Housing Units, Occupied Residential Buildings Construction Year, Occupied Residential Buildings Room Characteristics, Occupied Residential Buildings Bedroom Characteristics, and Occupied Residential Building Facility Characteristics. 5-18. Under Section 31.02 of the Texas Tax Code, taxes are issued on OCTOBER 1st of each year and are due upon receipt of the tax bill and become delinquent if not paid before FEBRUARY 1st of the year following the year in which imposed and subject to penalty and interest. (10) The owner must allow an annual inspection of the residence where the dog is kept to ensure continued compliance with all requirements of this section. Charges for reclaiming, adopting impounded animals; liability of claimant. Find additional information on City Zoning, A maximum number of six (6) residents are allowed for a boarding home in a single family zoning district, There is a required minimum 1/2 mile separation between boarding homes, Boarding homes must comply with the Minimum Property Maintenance Code requirements. If an owner violates this section, the owner shall be required to sterilize the whelping dog or cat and each litter member within sixty (60) days of receiving a citation for violation of this section. Learn about the ordinances and resolutions of the City of Sandy Oaks. Includes visitor check in information and safety measures at DSD. 5-75. A deposit will be collected for each pet adopted that has not yet been spayed or neutered. In addition, the department may require the owner or keeper to obtain and maintain proof of public liability insurance in the amount of one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000.00). 5-134. Sec. Email. DANGEROUS AND AGGRESSIVE DOGS You may login with either your assigned username or your e-mail address. (1) The dog must be registered with the department and shall annually obtain a dangerous dog permit; What inspections are required for my building? After proper notice, the animal nuisance may be abated by the director by seizing and impounding any unlawfully kept number of livestock and, after an administrative hearing, either euthanizing them or releasing them to any person or organization approved by the director offering to lawfully keep and care for them. 5-126. There is no ordinance or specifically outlined law about a noise curfew in Bexar County outside of a city limits. Sec. Up to eight (8) fowl may be allowed to temporarily roam outside the coop and run at a time, but within an enclosed area within the boundaries of the real property of the owner between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. (c) The total number of livestock allowed at a residence is two (2) animals from the following classes of livestock: Equines; Bovines; Sheep; Goats; and Llamas. Disposition of said seized and impounded abandoned animals shall be in accordance with sections 5-157, 5-158, and 5-159. Animal care services facility; erection, maintenance, care of animals; euthanasia service. Bexar County Courts Code of Ordinances Texas Court Clerks Assoc. (8) At the owners expense, the dangerous dog must be spayed or neutered either by the department or, at the discretion of the department, by a veterinarian approved by the department prior to being released back to its owner; I'm building a private residence, what permits are required? Unclaimed animals. (4) Each commercial boarding kennel license application submitted to the department shall be accompanied by an application fee. (b) The following presumptions are hereby declared applicable in the prosecution of an offense pursuant to subsection (a): Sec. (c) The sale of live animals from the animal care services facility for research and pound seizures is prohibited. Sec. (c) A permit shall not be required for any animal so long as it is owned by a governmentally owned and operated facility, publicly operated facility, a public zoological park, or bona fide medical institution or research institution. Should you have any questions regarding the permitting and/or preservation process, you can contact our Tree Preservation department at 210.207.0278. This Chapter also provides rules for: technical and construction codes, sign regulations, flood damage prevention and flood plain administration, fences and swimming pools, streets and sidewalk construction, curb cuts, manufactured homes, moving buildings, and building address numbers. 5-107. Both entrances are ADA accessible. It prescribes tax assessment of all properties in Leon Valley, provides taxation for telecommunication services, taxation on gas and electricity sales for residential use, prescribes a tax rate, and authorizes collection of hotel occupancy tax. Chapter 5 - ANIMALS [1] Share Link; . Ear cropping, tail docking, and dewclaw removal. Sec. Find more information at, By using the Bexar County Library and Copy Center, you are agreeing to the, All drives have been disabled to prevent virus infections (including CD-Rom and flash drives), 30-minute limit on computer usage if there is a waiting list, Law Library Staff reserves the right to control access to the computers, Attorney Death, Succession and Hardship Resources. Traps with holding mechanisms prohibited; exceptions. Definitions. If the owner of an impounded animal can be identified, the animal care officer shall upon impoundment notify the owner at the address stated on records of the department, if any, or the address as determined by a scanned registered microchip. Animal nuisances; sterilization required for dogs free of restraint. b. (2) Failure to apply for a license prior to the opening of such a commercial animal facility, or within thirty (30) days after the renewal date, shall constitute a misdemeanor offense. Zoning Codes A maximum number of six (6) residents are allowed for a boarding home in a single family zoning district There is a required minimum 1/2 mile separation between boarding homes Boarding homes must comply with the Minimum Property Maintenance Code requirements Find additional information on City Zoning. The San Antonio Bar Association (SABA) is the largest volunteer bar association in San Antonio. 1-1. Confinement of animals infected with or exposed to rabies. Restrictions for level 3 may be removed, with the exception of the secure enclosure. a. The domestic fowl must be kept housed or confined in a manner that does not allow them to create a nuisance. The livestock must be kept housed or confined in a manner that does not allow them to create a nuisance. San Antonio, Texas 78205 ARTICLE IV. Hours: It shall be unlawful to house any animal on a surface that permits the feet or any portion of the foot to pass through any opening. Flooring standards for animal housing. certificates, course transcripts, certification card, etc). (1) Fail to comply with any of the requirements of section 5-77 as required; Sec. Rule Interpretations are formal interpretations of the UDC. In order to be timely, payment mailing or common carrier of taxes must be postmarked or receipted on or before the due date of January 31st. 821.022 of the Texas Health and Safety Code. The administrative appeal hearing officer shall prepare a written memorandum of findings and declare the animal permit hearing officers determination either affirmed or reversed. (4) The animal permit hearing officer shall determine whether, by a preponderance of the evidence, a permit should not be denied or revoked based upon evidence, affidavits, and testimony presented at the time of the hearing by the owner, witnesses to any incident which may be germane to such a determination, department personnel, police or any other person possessing information pertinent to such determination. Sec. How long does it take to obtain a building permit? (b) Animal care officers or other law enforcement officers shall have the power to impound unrestrained animals for the purpose of abating the nuisance as follows: Lucy Adame-Clark, Bexar County ClerkCivil Central Filing Department100 Dolorosa, Suite 104San Antonio, Texas 78205. Notification of authorities upon knowledge of rabid animal. This section is not to be construed to include those traps designed to kill common rodents, i.e., rats, mice, gophers and groundhogs; except that the owner is responsible for taking care that any of the above said rodent traps are not placed or used on or about his property in such a manner as to reasonably ensure the trapping of any other domesticated or wild animal, or of a human. a. Report violations by calling 210.207.SAPD (7273) Mayor's Emergency Declaration No. (2) If an owner desires to exceed the maximum number of domestic fowl specified in subsection (b), an owner must make an application for an excess animal permit with the department which shall be valid for one (1) year. (1) Applications for an original or renewal grooming shop license shall be submitted to the department and shall be approved or denied by the department. 5-157. ), Technical Advisory Committee for Persons with Disabilities (TACPD), Precinct 1 Commissioner Rebeca Clay-Flores, Bexar Metro 911 Network District Board of Managers, Cibolo Canyons Special Improvement District, City / County Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee, City / County Joint Commission on Elderly Affairs, Espada Special Improvement District Number 1, San Antonio HIV Health Services Planning Council, West Side 211 Public Improvements District, BC Boards & Commissions: Child Welfare Board, Historical Commissioners Court Min.