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DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS/PERMITS/INSPECTIONS
PLATTING/PLANNING & ZONING/BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
CODE ENFORCEMENT
Registered Contractor Code of Ethics
Development Service’s primary responsibility is to protect the health, safety, and welfare of our citizens through the
oversight and regulation of the development and maintenance of our community. As such, the Development Services
Department advocates that this commitment to excellence be demonstrated and adopted by all registered contractors
and is embodied in the following Code of Ethics:
I, _____________________________, will adhere to all the following:
Support the Development Services Department by foremost ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of the
community by providing the highest quality service and techniques.
Avoid practices that could be harmful to the public, including providing or installing any building materials,
products or techniques that are known to be defective, substandard, or likely to cause harm.
Stay informed of changes of ordinances and codes related to building and safety standards of your profession
and industry.
Always maintain required insurance, registrations, licenses, or applicable certifications and provide documented
proof to our citizens upon request.
Always display fairness, truthfulness, integrity, and act in good faith in all development business relationships.
Refrain from deceptive or dishonest behavior that creates an unfair advantage for your company or any other
person, entity, or organization.
Meet all contractual obligations in a timely and responsible manner.
The Development Services Director may take any action necessary to enforce these Code of Ethics to ensure the
integrity of the Contractor Registration process.
Contractor’s Signature__________________________________ Date: ___________________
1 Community Drive
P.O. Box 7765
Horseshoe Bay, Tx 78657