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Disaster Relief Aid
Federal disaster aid has been approved for Texas . That means the federal government will provide assistance in 77 counties , including Bexar County .
You can apply to get help for things like grants for temporary housing and home repairs , low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover . You can find more information and apply at
DisasterAssistance . gov or by calling 1.800.621.3362 or 1.800.462.7585 .
Home & Business Repairs
Property owners or licensed plumbers do not require a permit for minor emergency repairs on freeze-damaged or leaking water pipes provided new piping doesn ’ t exceed five feet in length .
A plumbing permit is required if multiple water pipes are broken , generally affecting entire home plumbing system and plumbing fixtures . Additionally , permits are required for any repairs to gas lines or gas systems .
Where permits are required , the emergency repairs can be completed before the permit is obtained . The permit shall be submitted to the
Development Services Department on the next business day once all emergency repairs are completed by a licensed plumbing contractor .
Beware of fraudulent , unqualified contractors or “ storm chasers ,” that come from all over the country looking for vulnerable consumers . To check if a contractor is registered with the city , visit the
Development Services Department website , and the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners .
For any questions regarding plumbing and gas permits and inspections , please feel free to contact the Development Services Department .
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