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Contractor Connect provides a search tool that allows you to find a contractor based on the type of work needed for their projects. You can also browse by category-level of registered, registered plus and premier.
Contractors are expected to maintain all fees for permits, pull all applicable permits and have all inspections closed in a timely fashion. Please note, it is up to the contractor to maintain their category requirements.
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Complaints & Sanctions
If a complaint is made against your home repair or home improvement contractor, we will investigate and if needed, hold a hearing. If confirmed, the contractor may be placed in the previous category until the item is corrected or a resolution has been given to the Building Official's satisfaction.
The Building Official maintains the right to change the contractor’s category at their discretion. Per Section 10-115 of the Chapter 10 Building-Related Codes of the City of San Antonio, the Building Official may also administratively cancel or suspend a registration after a hearing.
Contractors who have their registration canceled or suspended will be placed on the Contractor Sanctions Report. This report will include:
- Contractor name
- Registration number
- Reason for the sanction
- Sanction
- Date imposed
It will also state whether the sanction was appealed by the contractor. The report will be updated as needed.
Contractor Sanctions Report (PDF)
Program Application & Requirements
Find criteria for registering as a Plus or Premier category contractor.
Building
Criteria for residential builders and home improvement contractors’ registration categories are outlined below.
Contractor Connect Home Builder Application (PDF)
Category 1: Registered Contractor
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Application and registration fee
- Code of Ethics Acknowledgement Form
- General liability insurance
- Approved FBI background check
Category 2: Registered Contractor Plus
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Requirements for Category 1
- All permitting fees are current
- No building related contractor infractions/complaints
- Completed at least two Development Services Department (DSD) building-related code trainings, or other certifications approved by the Building Official, within the past year. This includes Contractor Connect classes.
Category 3: Premier Contractor
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Requirements for Category 1
- Requirements for Category 2
- A minimum five-year registration with DSD
- The contractor, or an authorized agent acting on the contractor’s behalf, must obtain a Residential International Code Council (ICC) certification or another certification approved by the Building Official.
Electrical
Criteria for electrical contractor registration categories are outlined below:
Contractor Connect Electrical Application (PDF)
Category 1: Registered Contractor
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Company registration is current with the City of San Antonio
- Code of Ethics Acknowledgement Form
- Employs electricians that are registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
- No unresolved infractions or complaints on file with the City of San Antonio or TDLR
- General liability insurance
Category 2: Registered Contractor Plus
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Requirements for Category 1
- Current Certificate of Occupancy (COO) at business address, as approved by the Building Official
- Exceeds $300,000 minimum liability insurance per occurrence
- Company obtains and complies with permit and inspection requirements
- Company is current with all DSD permitting and inspection fees.
- A minimum three-year registration with DSD
- Company owner or a licensed holder attends at least two Development Services Department (DSD) building-related code trainings, or other certifications approved by the Building Official, annually.
Category 3: Premier Contractor
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Requirements for Category 1
- Requirements for Category 2
- A minimum five-year registration with DSD
- The company has a Design Professional on staff, such as an electrical or professional engineer
Mechanical
Criteria for mechanical contractor registration categories are outlined below:
Contractor Connect Mechanical Application (PDF)
Category 1: Registered Contractor
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Employs technicians that are registered with Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
- No unresolved infractions or complaints on file with the City of San Antonio or TDLR
- Company registration is current with the City of San Antonio and TDLR
- Obtains and complies with permit and inspection requirements
- Company is current with DSD permitting inspections and fees
- Code of Ethics Acknowledgement Form
- General liability insurance
Category 2: Registered Contractor Plus
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Requirements for Category 1
- Minimum three-year registration with DSD
- Current Certificate of Occupancy (COO) at business address, or as approved by the Building Official
- Exceeds $300,000 minimum liability insurance per occurrence for Class A and $100,000 for Class B
- Company owner or a licensed holder attends at least two Development Services Department (DSD) building-related code trainings, or other certifications approved by the Building Official, annually.
Category 3: Premier Contractor
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Requirements for Category 1
- Requirements for Category 2
- A minimum five-year registration with DSD
- The contractor or authorized agent must hold a Residential or Commercial ICC certification, a Mechanical certification through IAPMO, or another mechanical-related certification approved by the Building Official.
- Have a Mechanical Engineer, PE, or Architect and/or the ability to produce mechanical design plans
- Support the Industry via Advisory Boards and training venues. Approved Professional Associations:
- Texas Air Conditioning Contractors Association (TACCA),
- Refrigeration Service Engineers Society (RSES),
- Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Contractors (PHCC)
- Mechanical and Sheet Metal Contractors Association of San Antonio (MCA-SMACNA)
- Other association approved by the Building Official
Plumbing
Criteria for plumbing contractor registration categories are outlined below:
Contractor Connect Plumbing Application (PDF)
Category 1: Registered Contractor
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Company registration is current with the City of San Antonio
- Code of Ethics Acknowledgement Form
- Company general (TSBPE) insurance requirements
- TSBPE background check
- Company pulls and closes permits
- Company is current with DSD permitting and inspection fees
Category 2: Registered Contractor Plus
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Requirements for Category 1
- No plumbing related contractor infractions/complaints (DSD, TDLR and TSBPE)
- Company owner or a licensed holder attends at least two Development Services Department (DSD) building-related code trainings, or other certifications approved by the Building Official, annually.
- A minimum three-year registration with DSD
Category 3: Premier Contractor
Contractors must meet the following requirements:
- Requirements for Category 1
- Requirements for Category 2
- A minimum five-year registration with DSD
- Company (Owner or RMP) obtains at least one two of the TSBPE license endorsements (Med Gas, MRFPSS, WSPS)
- Company (owner or RMP) must maintain a Residential or Commercial International Code Council (ICC) or IAPMO plumbing certification or other plumbing-related certifications, license, as approved by the Building Official
2026 Training
To help meet the criteria of Contractor Plus and Premier categories, we have scheduled in-person training sessions. Each session runs from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Address:
1901 S. Alamo St.
San Antonio, TX 78204
Directions
For questions or to sign up, call 210-207-1111. You can also sign up by visiting our counter.
Training Classes
- New Residential
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- January 8, 2026: Significant Changes to the 2024 IRC, ICP, and 2023 NEC.
- July 9, 2026: Significant Changes to the 2024 IRC, ICP, and 2023 NEC.
- Energy Conservation Code
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- January 15, 2026: IB 167 7 IB 221
- July 16, 2026: IB 167 7 IB 221
- Tree Ordinance
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- January 22, 2026
- July 23, 2026
- BuildSA (Accela)
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- February 5, 2026
- August 13, 2026
- Zoning
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- February 19, 2026
- August 27, 2026
- Plumbing
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- March 12, 2026: Significant Changes to the 2024 IRC, ICP, and 2023 NEC.
- September 10, 2026: Significant Changes to the 2024 IRC, ICP, and 2023 NEC.
- Storm Water
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- March 26, 2026
- September 24, 2026
- Electrical
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- April 9, 2026: Significant Changes to the 2024 IRC, ICP, and 2023 NEC.
- October 8, 2026: Significant Changes to the 2024 IRC, ICP, and 2023 NEC.
- Fire Plan Review
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- April 23, 2026
- October 22, 2026
- Mechanical
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- May 7, 2026: Significant Changes to the 2024 IRC, ICP, and 2023 NEC.
- November 5, 2026, 2026: Significant Changes to the 2024 IRC, ICP, and 2023 NEC.
- Permits
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- May 21, 2026
- November 19, 2026
- Strike Team
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- June 11, 2026
- December 3, 2026
- Addressing
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- June 25, 2026
- December 17, 2026