Planning Design & Construction

The Development Services Department is governed by the city of Dallas. It reviews, approves and inspects plans and policies for the development of infrastructure. The department s current planning division is responsible for the review and processing of use termination cases, zoning requests and variances, and subdivision and platting issues. It also offers development code amendment and annexation services. The Development Services Department is also engaged in the notification of public hearings. The department maintains a long range planning division that is responsible for the protection, conservation and maintenance of historical buildings. It administers real estate properties owned by the government of the City of Dallas.

Located in Dallas, the City of Dallas Development Services Department provides permit and plan review, approval and inspection services for private developments. It works to provide customer service, while protecting the health, safety and welfare of the residents of Dallas. The department maintains a long-range planning division that is responsible for long-term land use planning within the city. The division performs functions related to neighborhood preservation and focuses on protecting and maintaining particular areas and buildings by establishing and monitoring historic and conservation districts. The City of Dallas Development Services Department has a single-family task force that is charged with identifying objectives, seeking and balancing broad public input and recommending policy changes.

The Mesquite Fire Department offers a range of fire protection and emergency assistance services. Located in Mesquite, Texas, the department provides emergency medical and management services. Its Citizens Fire Academy is a 10-week program that educates participants about the various functions and services of the department. The Mesquite Fire Department also conducts cardio-pulmonary resuscitation training and certification classes. The department s training program includes guiding lessons in the areas of fire fighting, safety, communication and first aid. In addition, it issues fire system and alarm monitoring permits. The Mesquite Fire Department employs a staff of firefighters, fire inspectors and other support personnel. The department is managed by the city government of Mesquite.