Code Compliance Liens

The Finance Department is responsible for the billing and collection of vacant lot cleanings and the demolitions of dangerous premises. All other violations are billed by the Code Enforcement Department. You may contact the Finance Department regarding Code Compliance Liens by calling (210) 207-8667.

For disputes regarding bills or liens for code violations, please email Mimi Camargo. A review of the dispute will be made and a recommendation will be sent to you. Please provide the following information in your email with subject heading "Lien/Bill Dispute:”

• Name of property owner
• Address of violation
• Case number
• Action date (Date of Violation)
• Reason for protesting bill or lien

All Release of Lien requests are handled ONLY through email: Lienpayoffandreleaserequest@sanantonio.gov.

Please provide the following information:

• Contact Name
• Mailing Address
• City/State/Zip
• Contact Phone Number
• Property Address

Once you receive the letter of release, it should be taken to the county clerk’s office for recording.

More about Liens.